Seth Burgess
Shawnee
Summary
Professional lineman prepared for high-impact roles in electrical systems maintenance and repair. Strong focus on safety, efficiency, and team collaboration. Skilled in operating and maintaining line equipment, troubleshooting electrical issues, and adhering to industry standards. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring uninterrupted service and optimal performance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Apprentice Lineman
Davis H. Elliot
1 S. Gebhart Church RD, Miamisburg, OH 45342
02.2022 - Current
- Assisted Journeyman Lineman with work to learn trade and practice techniques.
- Expanded skill set through hands-on experience with various tools, machinery, and techniques used in the field of power line work.
- Developed proficiency in operating heavy machinery such as bucket trucks, digger derricks, and boom lifts to complete various tasks on the job site.
- Worked with construction crews to route and re-route power lines around new builds either via above-ground lines or below-ground utilities.
- Promoted safe working practices within the crew by adhering to established safety protocols at all times.
- Worked to string, splice, and transfer wire in both energized and de-energized circuits.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in project scope during daily work activities.
- Strengthened communication skills while coordinating with team members during emergency response situations to quickly restore power after outages.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Established positive relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and clients by displaying professionalism, strong work ethic, and a commitment to providing high-quality service.
Fiber Optic Technician
Harris & Heavener Excavating
149 Humphries Drive, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Enhanced network performance by efficiently installing and maintaining fiber optic systems.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale installation projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Ensured optimal system operation by conducting regular inspections and preventive maintenance of fiber optic infrastructure.
- Showcased strong problem-solving skills in quickly adapting to unexpected challenges during project execution, minimizing delays and maintaining overall project success.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety by adhering to all relevant guidelines during installation, maintenance, and repair work.
Education
Completion of Lineman Training Program - Power Lineman
Southeast Lineman Training Center
Trenton, GA05-2021
High School Diploma -
New Lexington High School
New Lexington, OH05-2020
Skills
- Hazard identification
- Pole setting
- Overhead distribution
- Traffic control
- Climbing techniques
- Hand tool proficiency
- Power line installation
- Load calculations
- Underground distribution
- Crossarm assembly
- Safety procedures
- Wire splicing
Certification
- Digger Derrick Operator Certification (DDO) - National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators.
- OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Certification - Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- OSHA Electrical Transmission & Distribution Construction Safety & Health Certificate - Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Ohio Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Electrical Lineworker Certification (ELC) - Southeast Lineman Training Center.
- First Aid, CPR, AED Certification.
- Pole Climbing Certification – Issued by Southeast Lineman Training Center
- Work Zone Traffic Control/Safety Training– Issued by Davis H. Elliot.
Timeline
Apprentice Lineman
Davis H. Elliot
02.2022 - Current
Fiber Optic Technician
Harris & Heavener Excavating
05.2021 - 02.2022
Completion of Lineman Training Program - Power Lineman
Southeast Lineman Training Center
High School Diploma -
New Lexington High School