Robert Vaness
Joplin,MO
Summary
Proficient line worker comfortable working with both energized and de-energized lines. Proven skills in working at heights, managing heavy loads and operating equipment. Current Missouri Class A CDL with strong safety record. Effective at managing daily line work and emergency call-outs in all types of environments. Experienced with skills such as sagging, guying and tower erection. Dependable, hardworking and safety-focused. Well-versed in handling tasks such as pole replacements and reconducting with little oversight. Skilled at building circuits, replacing hardware and installing transformers. Dedicated Journeyman Lineman proficient in both ground-based and helicopter work. Attentive and detail-oriented with unblemished history.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
Pinnacle Power
Vallejo, CA
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Provided technical guidance to apprentice linemen when needed.
- Operated bucket trucks to access high voltage lines for repairs or maintenance activities.
- Worked quickly and safely to maintain and reconduct lines.
- Underground and Overhead maintenance and construction
- Installation and setup of new equipment such as reclosers/vipers, mechanical and remote operated switches (overhead and underground)
Foreman / Lineman
Hotline Construction
Porterville, CA
10.2019 - 05.2023
- Directed the installation and maintenance of overhead and underground power lines.
- Identified and corrected electrical hazards on distribution systems.
- Assessed job sites to determine equipment needs, labor requirements, and safety concerns.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment for safe operation.
- Supervised daily activities of linemen working in the field.
- Prepared work orders for completion of projects in a timely manner.
Journeyman Lineman
Edison Power Constructors
Moorpark, CA
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Provided technical guidance to apprentice linemen when needed.
- Operated bucket trucks to access high voltage lines for repairs or maintenance activities.
- Worked quickly and safely to maintain and reconduct lines.
- Climbed wood poles using approved climbing methods while wearing proper safety gear.
- Performed installation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground power lines.
- Performed work on both dead and energized lines of different voltages.
- Repaired or replaced damaged poles and anchors following storm damage or vehicle accidents.
- Tested and operated switches, cutouts, regulators and voltage controllers for proper operation.
- Attached transformers to poles and connected to power lines.
- Responded quickly during emergency situations such as storms or downed poles and lines.
- Conducted fault location on all types of distribution systems using various testing equipment.
Journeyman Lineman
Liberty Utilities
Joplin, MO
06.2013 - 04.2019
- Provided technical guidance to apprentice linemen when needed.
- Operated bucket trucks to access high voltage lines for repairs or maintenance activities.
- Climbed wood poles using approved climbing methods while wearing proper safety gear.
- Participated in training sessions to learn new techniques in line operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Milburn High School
Milburn, OK05-1990
Skills
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Equipment Inspection
- Wire Splicing
- Pole Setting
- Repair Work
- Grounding Procedures
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Company Radio Usage
- Emergency Repairs
- Electrical Power Line Maintenance
- Crew Assistance
- Transformer Removal
- Effective Customer Communication
- Equipment Maintenance
- System Troubleshooting
- Electrical System Knowledge
Affiliations
- Problem solver
- Fabrication expert
Certification
- IBEW 47 Journeyman Lineman with accreditation from Northwest Lineman's College. All dues up to date and have a letter of introduction from current local.
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
Pinnacle Power
05.2023 - 11.2023
Foreman / Lineman
Hotline Construction
10.2019 - 05.2023
Journeyman Lineman
Edison Power Constructors
04.2019 - 10.2019
Journeyman Lineman
Liberty Utilities
06.2013 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Milburn High School
- IBEW 47 Journeyman Lineman with accreditation from Northwest Lineman's College. All dues up to date and have a letter of introduction from current local.
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