Wade Thompson

• Conducted thorough inspections of utility equipment and infrastructure on distribution and transmission structures.
• Compiled findings and created inspection reports to provide clear documentation for review and future reference.

• Installed framed poles and equipment for lithium plant operations.
• Pulled and terminated cables to ensure connectivity and functionality.
• Hauled poles on trailer over extensive distances for project requirements.

• Executed hot pole changeouts for oil fields to enhance operational efficiency.
• Transferred transformer banks and associated materials to ensure seamless project progression.
• Collaborated with unfamiliar crew using three-way communication to improve safety and coordination.

• Double circuit under-build work on re-conductor.
• Wrecked out Transmission 69 kV and cut top poles out.
• Planned crew work, tailboards, and red-lining job prints.
• Performed safe storm restorations

Executed rigging and moved wire during re-conductor operations.

• Responded promptly to emergencies, including storms and downed lines.
• Installed poles and switchgear to enhance customer reliability.

• Executed helicopter pole set hikes and storm restoration projects in mountainous regions.
• Installed, spliced, and terminated runs of 600 amp cable for various applications.
• Installed submersible switchgear and performed straight splices in vaults and pad-mounted transformers.

• Climbed transmission steel towers to conduct inspections and maintenance.
• Replaced glass and polymer bells on 115kV and 230kV lines.
• Installed dampeners on conductors while changing out AGS units.
• Operated transmission bucket trucks for aerial work and equipment access.
• Inspected tools and rigging everyday prior to performing work.

• Installed and maintained electrical distribution systems across service areas.
• Operated heavy machinery for line construction and repair tasks.
• Conducted safety inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Performed installation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground power lines.

• Transferred spliced and handled live conductors under immediate supervision.
• Conducted work plans and job safety analyses to ensure compliance.
• Executed tasks following strict safety protocols during live conductor operations.

• Initiated apprenticeship program aimed at developing technical expertise.
  Provided support during trouble calls.
  Engaged in climbing tasks to gain practical experience in various scenarios. Engaged in apprentice school operations, enhancing learning rigging, XFMR banks, connections and configurations.

• Ground work, learning tools and equipment, learning construction, assisted in setting poles, training.