Tyler Gibson
Bethesda,OH
Summary
Dedicated and skilled journeyman lineman with extensive experience on energized and de-energized lines. Expertise in managing heavy loads, operating equipment, and performing overhead and underground three-phase work, complemented by a flawless safety and driving record. Proficient in handling transformer banks, regulators, and reclosures while consistently prioritizing safety in all operations. Committed to collaboration and continuous learning to enhance team performance and achieve project goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
South Central Power Co
Barnesville, OH
04.2023 - Current
- Installed and maintained high-voltage power lines ensuring safety compliance.
- Conducted routine inspections of electrical systems to identify and resolve issues.
- Collaborated with team members to restore power outages effectively and efficiently.
- Trained junior linemen on safety protocols, equipment usage, and emergency response procedures.
- Analyzed service disruptions to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Led emergency response teams during severe weather events, ensuring rapid restoration efforts.
- Collaborated with other linemen to complete complex projects efficiently and within specified timeframes.
- Operated Drone to pull in p line for a down neutral across a lake, also used it to trouble shoot right of ways with difficult access.
Journeyman Lineman
Monpower
Parkersburg, WV
05.2015 - 04.2023
- Performed work on both dead and energized lines of different voltages.
- Worked quickly and safely to maintain and reconduct lines.
- Attached transformers to poles and connected to power lines.
- Replaced transmission poles and associated hardware with new equipment.
- Adhered to safety requirements and maintained stellar record with 0% incident rate.
- Assisted in various capacities during construction, repair and maintenance of electrical lines.
- Shortened or lengthened wires by removing or adding wire and used different types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- Adhered to strict federal and corporate rules to promote overall safety of workers and members of public.
- Assessed power lines, poles and electrical equipment for wear and damage and reported deficiencies to appropriate supervisor.
- Troubleshot overhead distribution lines to restore power service.
- Identified site hazards and utilized safety and protective equipment to comply with safety rules.
- Maintained safety and high quality of workmanship by following company standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
- Trained others with less experience and supported and participated in growth of co-workers and company.
- Proficient in underground electrical systems.
Meter Reader
Monpower
Parkersburg, WV
01.2011 - 11.2014
- Assessed meters for cracks and other issues, repairing problems on spot and testing repairs for proper functionality.
- Responded to customer questions regarding meter readings and deescalated many situations with professionalism and calmness.
- Examined meters for inaccuracies based past information and kept detailed track of information.
- Transferred daily collected data into handheld company device.
- Checked over thousands of meters for issues and reported findings to customers and supervisors daily.
- Safely drove many mile routes without accident everyday.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical And Power Transmission Installation
Pierpont Community And Technical College
Fairmont, WV05.2015
COLT
Ohio04.2024
Skills
- Underground and overhead distribution
- Three-phase background
- Hardware disposal understanding
- Crew assistance
- Safety meetings
- Emergency repairs
- Transformer removal
- Company radio usage
- Effective customer communication
- Equipment maintenance
- Troubleshooting distribution and sub transmission
- Bucket truck operation
- Overhead line construction
- Transformer banks
- Reconducting
- Power distribution systems
- Conductor splicing
- Three-phase experience
- Electrical distribution systems
- Repair work
- Transformer maintenance
- Lockout/Tagout
- Electrical diagrams
- Substation maintenance
- Grounding procedures
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
South Central Power Co
04.2023 - Current
Journeyman Lineman
Monpower
05.2015 - 04.2023
Meter Reader
Monpower
01.2011 - 11.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical And Power Transmission Installation
Pierpont Community And Technical College
COLT