Ronald Woods
Port Charlotte,FL
Summary
Experienced and reliable construction and electrical professional with a strong background in site supervision, project management, and electrical systems installation and maintenance. Recognized for fostering collaborative work environments, ensuring strict safety compliance, and adapting seamlessly to evolving project demands. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines and budgets, and deliver successful outcomes under pressure. Skilled in troubleshooting, communication, and coordination, with a track record of improving system reliability and supporting team success. A dedicated, detail-oriented team player committed to contributing to organizational goals and adapting to new challenges.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Foreman
DBE Utilities
2021 - Current
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Worked with Microsoft, Salesforce, WebEX, FPL Portal
- Trained new staff members on proper customer service and policies.
- Managed scheduling, allocating resources efficiently to meet daily workload demands.
- Facilitated communication between crews and project management to streamline workflows.
- Conducted site inspections, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective actions.
- Performed job safety analysis on daily basis to mitigate risks for all workers and visitors to job sites.
- Delivered project updates to superintendent and detailed issues that could halt work progress.
Team leader, Journeyman lineman
Novinium
10.2018 - 2021
- Team leader. Fault Repair loop work to inject underground cable switching hi potting, TDR, locating, spiking, grounding, risers, feeder.
- Terminating cable replacement and transformer change outs.
- Oversaw quality control measures, maintaining high standards for all project outputs.
- Developed training materials and workshops to enhance skill development within the lineman team.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Hooked up transformers to poles and lines.
Journeyman Lineman
SEC corporation
12.2017 - 09.2018
- Worked in Puerto Rico doing overhead. Worked in Crystal River Florida on duke system on overhead and Fort Myers Florida on FPL system doing overhead and underground in Miami Fort Lauderdale area doing overhead and underground.
- Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas.
- Collaborated with other linemen to complete complex projects efficiently and within specified timeframes.
- Assisted in the training of apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and expertise to develop future industry professionals.
- Supported ongoing infrastructure upgrades by replacing outdated poles, wires, insulators, transformers as part of planned initiatives.
Lineman
T&D Solutions
02.2017 - 12.2017
- Underground lineman did fault repair, risers, pulled cable, remove and installed transformers and submersibles tx, set and remove street lights, set pull boxes, work in substitution, switching and switching in substations, operating bucket, and digger truck, terminating.
- Installed, spliced and maintained overhead and underground power lines for residential and commercial customers.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
- Inspected power lines for any damage or irregularities and replaced components.
Foreman
RES System 3
04.2016 - 09.2016
- I was a Foreman over the line crew. We did riser transfers, switching, topside jumpers, field work, splicing, equipment operator, hot phasing. I would look up transformers on the i-Pad through FPL portal, put green tickets in, answer emails. Ensure the safety of my crew.
- Analyzed preparation documents to correctly set up installations at job sites.
- Optimized resource allocation by strategically assigning crew members based on their individual skills and experience levels.
- Maintained exceptional safety record through consistent adherence to industry regulations and best practices.
Crew Leader
Pike Electric
03.2015 - 04.2016
- Riser Transfers
- Effectively conduct pre-job briefings.
- Knowledgeable of all aspects of underground distribution.
- Operated backhoe to excavate, grade, and level sites for construction projects.
- Able to identify primary and secondary voltage
- Switch & splice
- Knowledge of tools for terminating cable.
- Grounding procedures.
- Understanding of confined space requirements.
- Properly installs and remove PPE and cover up.
- Understanding in underground services, infrastructure and duct banks.
- Knowledgeable of underground switching procedures.
- Understanding in how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.
- Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
- Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
- Understands flag and tag procedures.
- Able to use hand tools on a continuous basis.
- Knowledgeable in identifying underground utility locates.
- Knowledgeable in troubleshooting underground circuits.
- Switching, high potting cable, riser transfers. Phasing
- Led safety training sessions for new hires, emphasizing best practices and compliance standards.
- Mentored junior linemen in technical skills and safety protocols, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Assisted in emergency storm restoration efforts, restoring power to affected communities as quickly as possible.
- Followed all safety protocols and regulations while working at height and with live electricity.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted with constructing new power lines by using appropriate tools and equipment.
- Maintained a strong safety record by diligently adhering to OSHA regulations and company policies, ensuring the well-being of both team members and the public.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
Crew leader
Utilix Inc
01.2011 - 03.2015
- Fault repair, high potting cable, locating, TDR, grounding cable injection feeder splicing. Switching.
- Use of excavator, backyard machine, TDR, bucket truck, used a thumper to locate faults.
- Served as the primary point of contact between crew members and upper management, relaying important information as necessary.
- Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
- Settled crew member disputes by addressing problems quickly and providing successful mediation.
Foreman
Infertech
06.2007 - 01.2011
- Fault repairs, cable pulling, transformer change out, transformer cut ins, building risers and feeder risers, splicing, switching.
- Using thumper to locate faults, cable pulling machine, mini excavator.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Inspected and tested lines or cables, recording and analyzing test results to assess transmission characteristics and locate faults or malfunctions.
- Strung cables between structures and lines from poles, towers, or trenches and pulled lines to proper tension.
Apprentice
UULC
2004 - 2007
- Conducted quality checks on products to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary.
- Learned proper and safe use and maintenance of power tools, hand tools and safety equipment.
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation (10 years)
- Electrical Experience
- Tree Trimming
- Backhoe Operation (10 years)
- Bucket Truck Experience (10 years)
- Mechanic Experience (10 years)
- Received Lineman's ticket
- Dedicated work ethic
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Workplace safety
- Construction supervision
- OSHA compliance
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Equipment oversight
Certification
- Journeyman Lineman
- Certified Forklift Operator - February 2021 to February 2022
- Forklift training
Timeline
Team leader, Journeyman lineman
Novinium
10.2018 - 2021
Journeyman Lineman
SEC corporation
12.2017 - 09.2018
Lineman
T&D Solutions
02.2017 - 12.2017
Foreman
RES System 3
04.2016 - 09.2016
Crew Leader
Pike Electric
03.2015 - 04.2016
Crew leader
Utilix Inc
01.2011 - 03.2015
Foreman
Infertech
06.2007 - 01.2011
Foreman
DBE Utilities
2021 - Current
Apprentice
UULC
2004 - 2007