Wyatt Watson
Zanesville
Summary
Skilled Transmission Line Mechanic with experience in maintaining, repairing, and installing high voltage transmission lines. Possess strong knowledge of safety protocols, technical equipment operation, and troubleshooting techniques.Previous work resulted in increased operational efficiency and decreased downtime on job sites.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Transmission Line Mechanic
AEP
Cambridge
06.2023 - Current
- Operated aerial lifts, cranes and other heavy machinery in order to install new poles or make repairs.
- Monitored weather conditions that could cause problems with existing transmission systems.
- Maintained records of all work performed including materials used, time spent and labor costs.
- Inspected transmission lines for defects or damage and made necessary repairs.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on transmission lines, towers and related components.
- Constructed overhead ground wires between poles to protect against lightning strikes.
- Calculated load capacity requirements of existing transmission lines prior to making upgrades.
- Replaced damaged or worn out parts such as breakers, fuses, bushings and wiring harnesses.
Electrical Groundman/ Apprentice Lineman
Ibew 71
Grove City
03.2020 - 06.2023
- Inspected power lines and poles for signs of damage or wear, interference and degradation and reported findings to supervisor.
- Analyzed electrical power situations accurately and adopted appropriate courses of action.
- Installed, replaced and repaired antenna systems equipment and performed tower maintenance.
- Planned layout of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures consistent with specifications and local codes.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Added or removed wire to shorten or lengthen lines, using various types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- Successfully maintained clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Troubleshot problems with existing electrical systems to identify faults or malfunctions.
- Used various types of test meters such as ammeters and voltmeters to measure current levels during troubleshooting activities.
- Completed all paperwork associated with jobsite activities including daily reports, time cards and material orders.
- Assisted in the installation of power distribution equipment such as switchgear, transformers, motor control centers, panel boards and other related equipment.
Line Apprentices
City Of Columbus Utilities
Columbus
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Responded to emergency repair calls to conduct line switching or sectionalizing to reroute current and speed service restoration.
- Inspected power lines and poles for signs of damage or wear, interference and degradation and reported findings to supervisor.
- Worked to string, splice and transfer wire in both energized and de-energized circuits.
- Worked with construction crews to route and re-route power lines around new builds either via above-ground lines or below-ground utilities.
- Positioned boom trucks and man lifts to reach lines, transformers and existing connections.
- Installed and removed primary and secondary current transformers and self-contained meters.
- Installed and maintained overhead pole components and Underground Residential Distribution (URD) equipment.
- Assisted Journeyman Lineman with work to learn trade and practice techniques.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
- Maintained solid safety record with no OSHA-recordable incidents.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Resagged loose lines to prevent failures.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Added or removed wire to shorten or lengthen lines, using various types of splices, connectors and clamps.
Electrical Apprentice
Jess Howard electric company
Blacklick
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Followed all safety procedures, company protocols, and OSHA guidelines
- Honed PLC ladder logic knowledge through troubleshooting and program adjustments
- Installed conduit and pulled circuits for electrical equipment such.
- Maintained compliance with NEC and local codes with all electrical work performed on new constructions and renovation projects
- Left building owners with clean work areas and professional-looking work by using skills in basic carpentry
- Dug holes, using augers, set poles, cranes, and power equipment
- Drove vehicles equipped with tools and materials to job sites
- Placed insulating or fireproofing materials over conductors and joints
- Contributed ideas for improving work processes
- Maintained detailed logs, customer records, and DOT-required documentation
- Minimized safety issues with regular vehicle inspections and proper incident reporting
- Kept truck clean and in good operating condition
- Complied fully with applicable rules and regulations, including sizes and weights of loads, safe routes, and required break periods
- Set out signs and cones around work areas to divert traffic
- Drove trucks to transport crews and equipment to work sites
- Maintained vehicles and heavy equipment, following prescribed maintenance schedule
- Signaled motorists to indicate obstacles or repair work ahead
- Used signs and cones to guide traffic safely through work areas
- Completed accurate work tasks by carefully reviewing every order
- Maintained strict safety procedures, including verifying equipment operations and roping off work areas
- Maintained clean, attractive, and well-performing company vehicle by inspecting daily and consistently handling routine upkeep
- Minimized unnecessary safety risks by complying consistently with OSHA and company guidelines
- Worked effectively at heights and in confined spaces to handle job requirements
- Installed and configured new customer systems and educated on proper use.
Farm Hand
Bells Hog Farm
Zanesville
12.2015 - 06.2017
- Watered plants during growing seasons and closely monitored crops for growth progress or issues.
- Used grease guns and oil cans to lubricate and adjust farm equipment.
- Replaced animal's hay and water regularly while watching animals for changes in behavior or demeanor.
- Worked with farmers to introduce more modern mechanical milking equipment for optimized productivity.
- Operated tractors and self-propelled machinery to plow and fertilize soil.
- Repaired farm tillers, tractors and trucks to maintain proper working order.
- Administered feed supplements to cows and other livestock.
- Repaired farm equipment, completing both emergency and preventive maintenance quickly and accurately.
- Cleared away animal waste by hosing out operational areas.
Education
High school diploma -
Zanesville community
Zanesville, OHIOElectrical Technology - Electrical trade
Mideast
Zanesville, OHIOSkills
- Ability to Lift 50 Pounds
- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
- Chainsaw Operations
- Basic Tools
- Antenna Installation
- Tower Modification
- Transformer Removal
- Safe Work Practices
- Steel Tower Erecting
- Hand Tools and Machinery
- Hole Digging
- Class A cdl
- Osha 10
- Transmission line inspection
- Emergency response
- Bucket truck operation
- Transmission line construction
Timeline
Transmission Line Mechanic
AEP
06.2023 - Current
Line Apprentices
City Of Columbus Utilities
07.2022 - 11.2022
Electrical Groundman/ Apprentice Lineman
Ibew 71
03.2020 - 06.2023
Electrical Apprentice
Jess Howard electric company
05.2019 - 03.2020
Farm Hand
Bells Hog Farm
12.2015 - 06.2017
High school diploma -
Zanesville community
Electrical Technology - Electrical trade
Mideast