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William Harris

Riverside,CA

Summary

Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills safely in various harsh environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth is the reason why learning as much as possible in every aspect of the trade is very important. Safely constructing lines and equipment, and climbing poles at Northwest Lineman college have been a huge help in understanding the trade. Being a good groundman is key in assist with installing lines and equipment such as cross arms, conductors, and transformers using various knots and rigging.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Groundman

T&D PowerSkills
Yerington, NV
01.2025 - Current
  • substation construction
  • crimping and ground grid installation
  • operating excavators, skid steers, forklifts, and trenchers
  • reading and executing plans
  • conduit insallation

Groundman

Dars cox construction
Redding, CA
09.2023 - 11.2024
  • Laid 4”, 6”, and 8” conduit
  • Setting 7, 6, 5, 4, and 2 boxes, t-pads, pmj’s, and pmi 9’s
  • Operating power broom, water truck, roller, whacker, and skid steer
  • Reading blue prints
  • Hand digging
  • Concrete lids and pad repairs
  • Rigging

Small Engine Mechanic

Lawn Tech Equipment
Riverside, CA
11.2022 - 03.2023
  • Followed company and manufacturer guidelines for completing repairs.
  • Kept workshop and bench area tidy and clean.
  • Used chemicals and high-pressure water systems to clean engines and equipment after repairs.

Water Truck Driver

Perris Raceway
Perris, CA
03.2022 - 09.2022
  • Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.
  • Promoted positive customer service by making the track safe a well prepped.
  • Inspected vehicles' condition, supplies and equipment before and after operation.
  • Operated other pieces of equipment such as bulldozers and skid loaders to prep the track.
  • Conducted pre-inspections to keep trucks reliable and well-maintained.
  • Operated manual and mechanical equipment safely to minimize injury and accident risks.

Fabrication Welder

Inland Wrought Iron
Jurupa, CA
06.2021 - 02.2022
  • Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
  • Used jigs, fixtures and tools for assembly of parts and components.
  • Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.

Shop Assistant

Riverside Carburetor and Electric
Riverside, CA
05.2020 - 06.2021
  • Helped shop personnel complete assignments.
  • Maintained work area organization and cleanliness to uphold production levels and safety standards.
  • Completed daily checklists for smooth shop operations.

• fixed vehicles while mechanics were out or short handed.

Education

Lineworking

Northwest Lineman College
Meridian, ID
06.2023

High School Diploma -

Martin Luther King Jr. High School
Riverside, CA
05.2021

Skills

  • Diagnostic Skills
  • Supply Coordination
  • Delivery Management
  • Machine Repair
  • Troubleshooting Skills
  • Inventory Oversight
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • PPE Use
  • Basic Math
  • Critical Thinking
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Class A CDL with tanker endorsement
  • OSHA 10-hour ET&D
  • Certified climber
  • Aerial lift rescue certified
  • Pole top rescue certified
  • First aid and CPR certified
  • Digger Derrick operation certified
  • Welding
  • Academic training in:
  • The electrical grid
  • Transformers
  • Rigging
  • Working on lines and equipment

Timeline

Groundman

T&D PowerSkills
01.2025 - Current

Groundman

Dars cox construction
09.2023 - 11.2024

Small Engine Mechanic

Lawn Tech Equipment
11.2022 - 03.2023

Water Truck Driver

Perris Raceway
03.2022 - 09.2022

Fabrication Welder

Inland Wrought Iron
06.2021 - 02.2022

Shop Assistant

Riverside Carburetor and Electric
05.2020 - 06.2021

Lineworking

Northwest Lineman College

High School Diploma -

Martin Luther King Jr. High School
William Harris