Seth Dylla
Needville,TX
Summary
With a proven track record at Centerpoint Energy, I excel in electrical power line installation and team leadership, enhancing power system reliability and customer satisfaction. Leveraging bucket truck operation and effective communication, I've led teams through complex projects, significantly improving community access to electricity and streamlining emergency responses.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Lineman
Centerpoint Energy
02.2016 - Current
- Analyzed preparation documents to correctly set up installations at job sites.
- Set ground anchors and guying systems for utility poles.
- Complied with legal regulations and company procedures to achieve high-quality performance in safe working environment.
- 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.
- Read and interpreted Type plans, prepared supplies and developed effective plan of action before beginning work.
- Measured pole attachments and completed proper fitting and construction according to NESC guidelines.
- Sought continuing education opportunities such as Type to refresh working knowledge and develop newest techniques such as Type.
- Completed complex line construction projects for improved community access to reliable electricity sources.
- Improved power system reliability by inspecting and maintaining overhead and underground lines, transformers, and other electrical equipment.
- Minimized property damage during line construction projects by carefully coordinating tree trimming activities with local utility partners.
- Utilized specialized tools, machinery, and equipment for the installation, maintenance, repair, or removal of electrical infrastructure components.
- Expedited emergency response timeframes during natural disasters or severe weather events through close collaboration with utility providers and first responders.
- Streamlined workflow processes through effective communication with other crew members during large-scale maintenance projects.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the team by sharing best practices learned from conferences or industry publications.
- Increased customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns regarding power outages, voltage issues, or service interruptions.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing training and mentoring to less experienced linemen on proper safety procedures and work techniques.
- Maintained meticulous records of all work completed, including details on materials used, job progress updates, safety incidents, equipment maintenance logs.
- Demonstrated expertise in various types of conductors, insulators, transformers, switches, fuses, and other critical components of electrical distribution systems.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- 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.
- Added or removed wire to shorten or lengthen lines, using various types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
Fence Builder
Applegate Fencing
03.2014 - 01.2016
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and offering professional advice on fence maintenance.
- Ensured timely project completion by effectively managing work schedules and prioritizing tasks.
- Contributed to company growth by participating in trade shows, networking events, and industry conferences to showcase skills and services offered.
- Built strong relationships with suppliers resulting in reliable access to high-quality fencing materials at competitive rates.
- Consistently met project deadlines by efficiently coordinating necessary resources, including labor, materials, and equipment.
- Improved team productivity by training new employees on proper fence-building techniques, tools, and safety protocols.
- Elevated fence durability by utilizing appropriate installation techniques based on various soil types and landscape conditions.
- Dug holes and trenches to position fences correctly.
- Used hand tools and instruments to take measurements.
- Installed metal and wooden fences and privacy borders.
- Inspected fences for gaps and vulnerabilities, making necessary adjustments.
- Discussed fencing requirements and specifications with clients.
- Conducted site inspections to determine project costs and required installation materials.
- Filled post holes with concrete to maintain proper stability and longevity of fencing installations.
- Used power-driven auger to hollow out postholes with efficiency and manual digging methods for less complex work.
- Set metal or wooden posts in upright positions in postholes.
- Complied with safety and quality requirements to protect personnel, customers and property structures.
- Discussed fencing needs with customers and estimated and quoted prices.
- Utilized plumb bobs and levels to align posts for proper installation and high-quality completed work.
- Contacted local officials to determine utility and water line locations prior to digging on any property.
Education
Diploma -
Needville High School
Needville, TX05.2005
Skills
- Bucket truck operation
- Electrical power line installation
- Storm Damage Repair
- Fault Location
- Electrical distribution systems
- Hole digging
- Power Distribution Systems
- Lockout/Tagout
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Repair work
- Underground cabling
- Cable splicing
- Heavy Lifting
- Written and verbal communication
- Wire Splicing
- Chain hoist operation
- Electrical System Design
- Shortening and lengthening lines
- Switchgear Maintenance
- Vegetation management
- Crossarm Assembly
- Overhead Line Maintenance
- Pole climbing techniques
- Electrical system knowledge
- Task Delegation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Hand and power tools
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Safety meetings
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Crew assistance
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Transformer removal
- Safety Management
- Self Motivation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Goal Setting
- Professionalism
- Power restoration
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Emergency Repairs
- Written Communication
- Problem-solving aptitude
Timeline
Head Lineman
Centerpoint Energy
02.2016 - Current
Fence Builder
Applegate Fencing
03.2014 - 01.2016
Diploma -
Needville High School