Trent Norton
Gepp,AR
Summary
Results-driven journeyman lineman with extensive experience in the agricultural sector, particularly in cattle and farming operations. Known for reliability and a strong work ethic, demonstrated through successful project completions and team leadership. Proficient in troubleshooting electrical systems and ensuring safety compliance while fostering collaborative environments. Aiming to leverage technical expertise to contribute to innovative energy solutions.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
FARMER
Self-employeed
GEPP, AR
06.2021 - Current
- Evaluated animals' health condition; administered medications when necessary.
- Set up and operated irrigation equipment to apply pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers to crops.
- Maintained financial, operational and employment records for farms or ranches.
- Assisted in branding activities such as vaccinating calves and tagging cattle.
- Monitored growth of crops and weeds, applying herbicides as needed.
- Maintained herd health and monitored animal welfare.
- Operated heavy machinery safely while performing various tasks on the ranch.
- Inspected fences, gates, barns, pastures, corrals, equipment and facilities for needed repairs or maintenance.
- Assessed crop yields to ensure quality standards were met or exceeded.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Journeyman Lineman
PNM
Deming, NM
07.2012 - 06.2021
- Repaired or replaced damaged poles and anchors following storm damage or vehicle accidents.
- Patrolled lines and reported defective equipment or unsafe conditions to supervisor for resolution.
- Read and interpreted work orders, diagrams, and specifications to determine repair or installation requirements.
- Operated bucket trucks, diggers, and other equipment to erect poles and light or heavy power lines.
- Responded to emergency outages and storm damage, working under challenging conditions to restore power.
- Removed trees from around high voltage power lines to prevent outages caused by tree limbs touching wires.
- Adhered to local, state, and federal regulations governing electrical transmission and distribution.
- Climbed wooden poles, ladders and towers or used bucket trucks to reach power lines and complete work.
- Installed street lights and security lights, including wiring and fixture mounting.
- Trained and mentored apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and reinforcing safety practices.
- Inspected and tested power lines and auxiliary equipment to identify and repair faults.
- Performed installation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground power lines.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently and effectively.
- Followed strict safety protocols to ensure personal and public safety around electrical lines.
- Conducted routine maintenance on transformers, insulators, and switches to ensure optimal performance.
- Utilized volt meters, ammeters, and other testing devices to assess and ensure system functionality.
- Performed work on both dead and energized lines of different voltages.
Journeyman Lineman
Columbus Electric Cooperative
Deming, NM
07.2008 - 07.2014
- Installed street lights and security lights, including wiring and fixture mounting.
- Climbed poles and towers, utilizing safety equipment, to access and repair electrical lines.
- Inspected and tested power lines and auxiliary equipment to identify and repair faults.
- Repaired or replaced damaged poles and anchors following storm damage or vehicle accidents.
- Performed installation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground power lines.
- Patrolled lines and reported defective equipment or unsafe conditions to supervisor for resolution.
- Conducted routine maintenance on transformers, insulators, and switches to ensure optimal performance.
- Removed trees from around high voltage power lines to prevent outages caused by tree limbs touching wires.
- Operated bucket trucks, diggers, and other equipment to erect poles and light or heavy power lines.
- Communicated effectively with customers, addressing concerns and explaining the nature of work.
- Performed ground work, setting up traffic cones and safety signs to secure work areas.
- Performed work on both dead and energized lines of different voltages.
- Identified site hazards and utilized safety and protective equipment to comply with safety rules.
- Replaced faulty components such as insulators, conductors and related hardware on energized circuits up to 69KV.
- Replaced transmission poles and associated hardware with new equipment.
Education
JOURNEYMAN LINEMAN - HIGH VOLTAGE LINEWORK
MERCHANT PROGRAM
Deming, NM01-2010
Some College (No Degree) - PLANT AND Animal Science
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NMSome College (No Degree) - PLANT AND ANIMAL SCIENCE
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TXSkills
- Farm equipment maintenance
- Farm operations management
- Cattle farming
- Herd health management
- Harvesting
- Organization and time management
- Underground and overhead distribution
- Electrical power line installation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Bucket truck operation
- Pole setting
- Heavy equipment operations
Affiliations
WELDING, BUILDING, RUNNING HEAVY EQUIPEMENT
Timeline
FARMER
Self-employeed
06.2021 - Current
Journeyman Lineman
PNM
07.2012 - 06.2021
Journeyman Lineman
Columbus Electric Cooperative
07.2008 - 07.2014
JOURNEYMAN LINEMAN - HIGH VOLTAGE LINEWORK
MERCHANT PROGRAM
Some College (No Degree) - PLANT AND Animal Science
New Mexico State University
Some College (No Degree) - PLANT AND ANIMAL SCIENCE
West Texas A&M University