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Shaquille Solomon

Enterprise

Summary

Shaquille Solomon Experienced Lineman, 4 years in the trade with over head distribution and underground experience. Class A CDL. 7 Year Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator (Skid Steer,Bucket Truck, Digger Trucks Lull etc..), APOST Certified Police Officer for the state of Alabama. I have been certified since 2018. Over 4 years as an officer I have accomplish several certifications from the Alabama Police Academy and other training as well. I’ve worked two agencies which includes Daleville Police Department, and Houston County Sheriff’s Office. I would describe my self as a very humble, honest, easy going, dedicated and loyal guy. Always try to benefit any company with me as an employee to the best of my ability with leadership and integrity. Willing to relocate to: Alabama - - Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Electrical professional with strong track record in maintaining and repairing power distribution systems. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to achieving operational efficiency. Dependable and adaptable, excelling in dynamic environments and prioritizing safety and reliability.

Diligent Lineman with solid background in electrical systems and safety protocols. Demonstrated ability to maintain and repair power lines effectively, ensuring minimal downtime and reliability. Proven skills in troubleshooting and teamwork, consistently upholding rigorous safety standards.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lineman

MasTec
09.2024 - Current
  • Installed, maintained, and repaired overhead and underground electrical lines following safety protocols.
  • Conducted inspections of power delivery systems to identify issues and ensure operational reliability.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot outages and restore service efficiently.
  • Operated specialized equipment including bucket trucks, digger derricks, and wire pullers to complete projects safely.
  • Trained junior linemen on best practices for safety and efficiency in line work operations.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow and reduced downtime during maintenance activities.
  • Managed inventory of supplies and tools needed for daily operations to ensure project readiness.
  • Coordinated with utility companies for safe access to job sites while complying with local regulations.
  • Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas.
  • Constructed new power lines, contributing to the expansion and improvement of the electrical grid.
  • 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.
  • Repaired damaged equipment promptly with a focus on quality craftsmanship and long-lasting results for increased durability.
  • Supported ongoing infrastructure upgrades by replacing outdated poles, wires, insulators, transformers as part of planned initiatives.
  • Hooked up transformers to poles and lines.
  • Improved safety measures by conducting regular inspections of transmission and distribution systems.
  • Performed skilled aerial work using bucket trucks and climbing gear for efficient access to high-voltage equipment.
  • Contributed to positive team dynamics through clear communication, collaboration, and mutual support among fellow linemen.
  • Installed transformers, switches, and other components to optimize system performance and minimize disruptions.
  • Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
  • Reduced outage durations by quickly diagnosing issues and implementing effective solutions in emergency situations.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously under challenging conditions while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail in all work performed.
  • Prioritized safety by participating in regular team meetings, addressing potential hazards, and adhering to established procedures.
  • Set ground anchors and guying systems for utility poles.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of storm-damaged systems for prompt repair or replacement recommendations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols, ensuring compliance at all times.
  • Ensured timely completion of assigned tasks through effective time management skills.
  • Analyzed preparation documents to correctly set up installations at job sites.
  • Enhanced system reliability by performing routine maintenance on electrical equipment and power lines.
  • 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.
  • Complied with legal regulations and company procedures to achieve high-quality performance in safe working environment.
  • Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
  • Inspected power lines for any damage or irregularities and replaced components.
  • Followed all safety protocols and regulations while working at height and with live electricity.
  • Enforced adherence to industry best practices, safety protocols and proper installation techniques.
  • Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
  • Performed powerline maintenance by cleaning and lubricating components and replacing worn parts.
  • Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.

Lineman

Lee Electrical Construction
11.2023 - 09.2024
  • Led installation and maintenance of overhead and underground power lines, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
  • Trained junior linemen on equipment operation and safety protocols, enhancing team performance and efficiency.
  • Conducted regular inspections of electrical systems to identify potential hazards and recommend necessary repairs.
  • Collaborated with utility teams to troubleshoot outages, restoring service promptly while minimizing disruption.
  • Installed and repaired overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
  • Performed routine maintenance on electrical lines to ensure reliability and safety.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex electrical issues in real-time.
  • Conducted inspections of electrical infrastructure, identifying potential hazards or deficiencies.
  • Utilized specialized tools such as bucket trucks, wire pullers, and personal protective equipment effectively.
  • Trained junior linemen on safe work practices and operational procedures in field settings.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete complex projects on time and within budget constraints.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines.
  • Upgraded electrical infrastructure with the installation of new transformers, switches, and conductors.
  • Improved system reliability by performing regular maintenance on electrical lines and equipment.
  • Performed troubleshooting tasks for various electrical issues, efficiently diagnosing problems and implementing solutions.
  • Reduced outage durations by quickly identifying and repairing damaged electrical components.
  • Supported emergency response efforts during natural disasters or major outages, restoring power to affected areas promptly.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the electric utility industry.
  • Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
  • Enhanced safety standards through conducting thorough inspections of power lines and utility poles.
  • Worked on both dead and energized lines.
  • Installed, spliced and maintained overhead and underground power lines for residential and commercial customers.

Hot Apprentice Lineman

Coastal Electric
09.2022 - 10.2023
  • 1. Assisted in construction of new overhead and underground services and service upgrades.
  • 2. Assisted linemen in restoring overhead and underground outages, solving power quality issues, and maintaining existing overhead and underground lines.
  • 3. Assisted with installation of transformers, switches, voltage regulators, oil circuit-reclosers, meters, and other electrical apparatus.
  • 4. Assisted with yard-light and street-light maintenance and installation.
  • 5. Connected, disconnected, and reconnected as assigned.
  • 6. Performed manual labor tasks such as retiring poles, setting new poles, sagging in new line, rolling up old line, tamping, framing/
  • 7. Ensured poles are in line with each other, assist in installing transformers, regulators, arrestors, capacitor banks, pole grounds, and OCRs.

Hot Apprentice Lineman

Mears Group Inc
04.2022 - 09.2022
  • 1. Assisted in construction of new overhead distribution and underground services and service upgrades.
  • 2. Assisted linemen in restoring overhead and underground outages, solving power quality issues, and maintaining existing overhead and underground lines.
  • 3. Assisted with installation of transformers, switches, voltage regulators, oil circuit-reclosers, meters, and other electrical apparatus.
  • 4. Drive and operate Bucket and Derrick Trucks
  • 5. Assisted with yard-light and street-light maintenance and installation.
  • 6. Connected, disconnected, and reconnected as assigned.
  • 7. Performed manual labor tasks such as retiring poles, setting new poles, sagging in new line, rolling up old line, tamping, framing/
  • 8. Ensured poles are in line with each other, assist in installing transformers, regulators, arrestors, capacitor banks, pole grounds, and OCRs.

Apprentice Lineman

Irby Construction Company
08.2021 - 01.2022
  • Comply with OSHA safety regulations, frequently working in precarious conditions.
  • Maintain power lines, asset with crews with safety, etc ...
  • Perform groundsman operations such as: hand line operation, organizing materials, cleaning worksite, etc.
  • Complete all of these tasks in a safe and efficient manner in compliance with all company and OSHA safety regulations.
  • Conduct daily safety tailboard meetings to prevent worksite accidents.
  • Expedite communication between upper level management and general personnel.
  • Replace poles, dig holes, pull wire, repair equipment for linemen, load truck.

Deputy Sheriff

Houston County Sheriff's Office
08.2020 - 08.2021
  • Patrolled assigned district(s) within the corporate limits to deter illegal activities; protected and preserved the safety and security of individuals, buildings, neighborhoods, and district(s).
  • Appeared in municipal, county and district courts to offer credible testimony relative to the investigation and charging of individuals with criminal and non-criminal offenses.
  • Prepared a variety of routine and non-routine reports and records necessary information for the reporting of daily activities, reporting of specific criminal and non-criminal incidents.
  • Secured and protected crime scenes by establishing boundaries, detaining victims, suspects and witnesses, locating and identifying evidence and briefing investigators upon their arrival.
  • Gathered preliminary investigation information as a first responder to crime scenes; participated in multi-jurisdictional intelligence gathering and suppression operations.
  • Coordinated with outside law enforcement jurisdictions and agencies necessary for the continuing investigation of cases, suspects, and/or to gather criminal intelligence data.
  • Communicated with court officials, social workers, and agencies etc., in the filing of charges, the deferral of sentencing, the placement of juveniles in alternatives, the Children’s Code.

Police Officer

Daleville Police Department
04.2018 - 08.2020
  • Patrolled assigned district(s) within the corporate limits to deter illegal activities; protected and preserved the safety and security of individuals, buildings, neighborhoods, and district(s).
  • Appeared in municipal, county and district courts to offer credible testimony relative to the investigation and charging of individuals with criminal and non-criminal offenses.
  • Prepared a variety of routine and non-routine reports and records necessary information for the reporting of daily activities, reporting of specific criminal and non-criminal incidents.
  • Secured and protected crime scenes by establishing boundaries, detaining victims, suspects and witnesses, locating and identifying evidence and briefing investigators upon their arrival.
  • Gathered preliminary investigation information as a first responder to crime scenes; participated in multi-jurisdictional intelligence gathering and suppression operations.
  • Coordinated with outside law enforcement jurisdictions and agencies necessary for the continuing investigation of cases, suspects, and/or to gather criminal intelligence data.
  • Communicated with court officials, social workers, and agencies etc., in the filing of charges, the deferral of sentencing, the placement of juveniles in alternatives, the Children’s Code.

Operator/Foreman

Tradesmen International
07.2016 - 03.2017
  • Skid Steer, Lull (forklift), Ditch Witch, Dingo (mini skid)
  • Move objects and place it at its location. Scoop up dirt, grade and level ground.

Education

None - Peace Officers Standards And Trainning Commission

George C Wallace State Community College-Selma
Selma, AL
05.2018

High school or equivalent - General Studies

Enterprise High School
Enterprise, AL
05.2014

Skills

  • Operator (Skid Steer, Lull, Ditch Witch) (1 year)
  • Security (2 years)
  • DWI Detection And Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) (1 year)
  • Red Cross First Aid Trainning (1 year)
  • APOST Firearms Trainning Course Completion (1 year)
  • APOST Driving Skills Course Completion (1 year)
  • APOST Physical Agility / Ability Completion (1 year)
  • Strategic Self-Defense & Grappling Tactics VanGuard 1&2 (1 year)
  • Communications
  • Training
  • Word
  • Cash Handling
  • Microsoft Word
  • Law Enforcement
  • Bucket Truck Experience
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Bucket truck operation
  • Heavy lifting
  • Storm damage repair
  • Hand and power tools
  • Fall protection practices
  • Electrical power line installation
  • Digger derrick use
  • Grounding techniques
  • Safety procedures
  • Electrical safety procedures
  • Safety meetings
  • Overhead line construction
  • Repair work
  • Troubleshooting
  • Power line installation
  • Emergency repairs
  • Cable splicing
  • Transformer maintenance
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Crossarm installation
  • Chain hoist operation
  • Equipment selection
  • Electrical diagrams
  • Electrical testing
  • Crew assistance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Underground distribution systems
  • Lockout/Tagout
  • Fault detection techniques
  • Transformer removal
  • Underground cabling
  • Wire splicing
  • Customer service
  • System troubleshooting
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Power restoration
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities

Certification

  • Driver's License
  • APOST Certified Police Officer 2018 to Present In general, the duties of a certified police officer are to patrol an assigned area. They keep an eye on the welfare and safety of that area, as well as write up reports of incidents. Certified police officers respond to calls for crimes, complaints or suspicious activities. They pursue suspected criminals and arrest or issue citations to those who break the law. It's common for police officers to provide security services or direct traffic for public gatherings. They also collect evidence of crimes and testify in court.
  • CPR & First Aid August 2018 to August 2020 The techniques of CPR provide basic life support (BLS) in all cases of respiratory and cardiac arrest. ... If one person is performing CPR, he or she first blows into the victim's lungs, applies pressure to the sternum 15 times, and then continues a cycle of 2 breaths to 15 compressions.
  • Drager Alcotest Breath Alcohol Testing Certification July 2018 to Present
  • Taser Cetification July 2019 to Present The taser can be useful in dealing with individuals who are physically threatening, assaultive, attempting to flee a detention or arrest, resistive or physically uncooperative. Typically, taser manufacturers assert that:
  • Taser devices are among the safest “less than lethal use of force” options available to law enforcement;
  • Tasers are designed to incapacitate dangerous, combative, or high-risk individuals; and
  • Law enforcement agencies save, by cost reductions, in the areas of third-party liability, workers’ compensation and employment practices liability
  • Doppler Radar Operation Certification October 2018 to Present Moving Car and Stationary Doppler Radar and is deeened competent to utilize the same Doppler Radar to determine the velocity of motor vehicles.
  • Class A CDL

Timeline

Lineman

MasTec
09.2024 - Current

Lineman

Lee Electrical Construction
11.2023 - 09.2024

Hot Apprentice Lineman

Coastal Electric
09.2022 - 10.2023

Hot Apprentice Lineman

Mears Group Inc
04.2022 - 09.2022

Apprentice Lineman

Irby Construction Company
08.2021 - 01.2022

Deputy Sheriff

Houston County Sheriff's Office
08.2020 - 08.2021

Police Officer

Daleville Police Department
04.2018 - 08.2020

Operator/Foreman

Tradesmen International
07.2016 - 03.2017

High school or equivalent - General Studies

Enterprise High School

None - Peace Officers Standards And Trainning Commission

George C Wallace State Community College-Selma
Shaquille Solomon