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Rusty Keel

Roosevelt,Utah

Summary

Reliable Lineman known for troubleshooting issues and inspecting poles and lines for signs of danger. Dedicated employee willing to work any shift and offering a great attendance record. Promoting highly developed decision making skills. Skilled at handling routine and emergency work in different environments to meet all power distribution needs. Expertise includes pole-climbing, splicing, stringing and piking. Professional, punctual and reliable at all times. Lineman with 15 years of electrical experience reconducting, resagging, distribution circuits, replacing hardware and attaching transformers.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Journeyman Lineman

Moon Lake Electric
11.2008 - Current
  • Enhanced system reliability by performing routine maintenance on electrical equipment and power lines.
  • Improved safety measures by conducting regular inspections of transmission and distribution systems.
  • 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.
  • Reduced outage durations by quickly diagnosing issues and implementing effective solutions in emergency situations.
  • Constructed new power lines, contributing to the expansion and improvement of the electrical grid.
  • Assisted in the training of apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and expertise to develop future industry professionals.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols, ensuring compliance at all times.
  • Performed skilled aerial work using bucket trucks and climbing gear for efficient access to high-voltage equipment.
  • Installed transformers, switches, and other components to optimize system performance and minimize disruptions.
  • Repaired damaged equipment promptly with a focus on quality craftsmanship and long-lasting results for increased durability.
  • Prioritized safety by participating in regular team meetings, addressing potential hazards, and adhering to established procedures.
  • Worked on both dead and energized lines.
  • Hooked up transformers to poles and lines.
  • Set ground anchors and guying systems for utility poles.
  • Strung cables between structures and lines from poles, towers, or trenches and pulled lines to proper tension.
  • Inspected and tested lines or cables, recording and analyzing test results to assess transmission characteristics and locate faults or malfunctions.
  • Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
  • Inspected power lines and poles for signs of damage or wear, interference, and degradation, and reported findings to supervisor.

Refinery Operator

Silver Eagle
04.2002 - 01.2008
  • Optimized refinery efficiency by monitoring process units and adjusting operational parameters.
  • Ensured safe work environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
  • Reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance on pumps, compressors, and other essential equipment.
  • Maximized product yield with careful analysis of process streams and making necessary adjustments.

Concrete Construction Laborer

Stearns Construction
06.1994 - 03.2002
  • Enhanced project efficiency by assisting in the preparation of construction sites, including cleaning and removing debris.
  • Supported project completion by setting up and dismantling concrete forms, framework, and scaffolding.
  • Improved crew productivity by effectively mixing, pouring, and spreading concrete for various construction projects.
  • Ensured quality workmanship with precise leveling and aligning of concrete during the curing process.
  • Reduced material waste with accurate measuring and cutting of wooden or metal formwork components for use in forming concrete shapes.
  • Promoted a clean worksite environment by consistently collecting trash, excess materials, and discarded equipment during all phases of construction.

Education

Utah State University
Logan, UT

High School Diploma -

Union High School
Roosevelt, UT
05.1994

Skills

  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Electrical Distribution Systems
  • Electrical Knowledge
  • Hardware Replacement
  • Repair Work
  • Transformer Banks
  • Assembly Instructions
  • Underground and Overhead Distribution
  • Substation Switching
  • Pole Setting
  • Electrical Installations
  • Safety Procedures
  • Installing New Hardware
  • Pole Climbing
  • Wire Splicing

Timeline

Journeyman Lineman

Moon Lake Electric
11.2008 - Current

Refinery Operator

Silver Eagle
04.2002 - 01.2008

Concrete Construction Laborer

Stearns Construction
06.1994 - 03.2002

Utah State University

High School Diploma -

Union High School

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