Thaddeus J. Breaux Jr.
Entergy Louisiana
Laplace,LA
1
Certification
17
years of professional experience
Lineman professional with comprehensive experience in electrical systems and infrastructure maintenance. Expertise in troubleshooting, repair, and installation of power lines and related equipment. Strong focus on safety, team collaboration, and flexibility to adapt to changing conditions. Known for being diligent, reliable, and committed to achieving operational safety and efficiency.
Work History
Senior Lineman
9 Years 2 Months- Continuously train employees in proper procedures, fostering a safe and efficient work environment.
- Maintain a strong safety record by diligently adhering to OSHA regulations and company policies, ensuring the well-being of both crew members and the public.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
- Effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and impact on overall operations.
- Enhanced operational safety, providing comprehensive safety training and mentorship to new linemen.
- Contribute to positive teamwork dynamics by effectively communicating with colleagues and supervisors throughout company schedule, policy, and procedure changes.
- Efficiently respond to emergencies and outages that require additional resources for repairs.
- Efficiently utilize several work management and mapping software programs daily.
- Assisted in emergency storm restoration efforts following natural disasters, restoring power to affected communities in numerous states.
- Boost network reliability, conduct thorough infrastructure upgrading, and strengthening.
- Managed contractor crews in the Riverlake Network following Hurricane Ida assisting in storm restoration efforts.
- Regularly install overhead and underground power lines for residential and commercial customers.
- Reduced outage durations with quick response times and effective troubleshooting skills.
- Proven to be successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Utilize advanced diagnostic tools to identify issues in power lines, ensuring timely repairs and minimal downtime.
- Improve crew morale, fostering collaborative work environment and recognizing individual contributions.
Plant Technician
8 Years- Performed thorough root cause analyses on mechanical failures to implement corrective measures that prevented future occurrences.
- Enhanced team morale and performance by fostering a supportive work environment that valued collaboration, open communication, and professional growth.
- Ensured safety compliance throughout the facility by adhering to industry standards and conducting thorough audits.
- Increased plant efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance routines and optimizing equipment performance.
- Reduced downtime for plant machinery by conducting regular inspections and addressing issues proactively.
- Enhanced communication among team members through clear documentation of procedures, tasks, and updates on plant operations.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to design and implement modifications for improved system functionality.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Responded quickly to emergency maintenance requests for timely on-call support.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Managed on-site and off-site installation, repair, maintenance, and test tasks.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Process Technology
- Honor Roll
Skills
Safe work management
Adaptability and flexibility
Excellent decision-making
Effective customer communication
Excellent time management
Multitasking abilities
Safe work management
Teamwork and collaboration
Expert problem-solving
Expert organizational skills
Reliability
Accomplishments
- Maintained Crew Lead position in Entergy Riverlake Network for over 3 years without any safety incidents
- Achieved Senior Lineman title in less than 4 years
- Achieved career goal of becoming crew leader
- Nominated for and participated in the filming of 2 Entergy commercials aired on television and social media
- Competed in 2023 Linemen Rodeo team with Phillip Hoffman and Gavin Mahlie
- Conducted multiple lineman/helper interviews with Riverlake Network Supervisors and Superintendent in 2023
- Assisted in candidate selection process post-interviews
- Participated as Enshape Wellness Champion for the Riverlake Network from 2020 to 2024
- Currently a member of Employee Empowerment team.
- Currently Entergy Louisiana South Region DCO Champion along with Ryan Jacobs
- Currently First Chair on Entergy OHI team
- Guest instructed several apprentice classes at the Bushnell Training Center 2025/2026
- Job shadowed Tulane Network Operations Coordinator April 2026
- Job shadowed Gretna Network Utility Foreman April 2026
- Participated in Bayou Classic Entergy Power to Care event in November of 2025
- Nominated for and participated in Dress for Success event March 2026
- Nominated for and participated in Lineman Appreciation montage July 2026
Certification
- Crew Lead Certified
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Pole-Top and Bucket Rescue Certified
- Northwest Lineman College Certified Line Repairer
Timeline
Senior Lineman
Entergy Louisiana
06.2017 - CurrentRead More
Plant Technician
Reserve Telecommunications Company
06.2009 - 06.2017Read More
South Central Louisiana Technical College
Associate of Applied Science from Process Technology
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