Matthew J. Brookover
Covington
Summary
Offering strong commitment to learning and developing within electrical environment. Brings foundational understanding of electrical systems and ability to quickly learn and apply new technical skills. Ready to use and develop problem-solving skills and physical dexterity in Class C lineman role.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Apprentice Lineman
Cleco
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted Journeyman Lineman with work to learn trade and practice techniques.
- Positioned boom trucks and man lifts to reach lines, transformers, and existing connections.
- Expanded skill set through hands-on experience with various tools, machinery, and techniques used in the field of power line work.
- Developed proficiency in operating heavy machinery such as bucket trucks, digger derricks, and boom lifts to complete various tasks on the job site.
- Worked with construction crews to route and re-route power lines around new builds either via above-ground lines or below-ground utilities.
- Gained proficiency in climbing poles, towers, and structures to perform required tasks at varying heights.
- Established positive relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and clients by displaying professionalism, strong work ethic, and a commitment to providing high-quality service.
Class C Lineman/ Operator
Bird Electric
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when installing transformers, switches, fuses, and other essential components in electrical systems.
- Completed comprehensive training programs in safety protocols, equipment operation, and technical skills required for a Class C Lineman role.
- Assisted in emergency response efforts during storms or natural disasters, restoring power to affected areas quickly and safely.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring easy access to necessary tools and equipment for efficient job performance.
Groundsman/Operator
Chain Electric Company
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Assist the lineman with making up material, ground poles, fuse barrels and anything else required by them
- Hang grounds or perform work in the bucket up to my allowed position requires
Apprentice Lineman
Linetec Services, LLC
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Terminate elbows, terminate secondary wires to a transformer and pedestal
- Make up potheads, make up primary and secondary splices
- Operate equipment, as needed
- Troubleshoot faults in wire
Education
Technical Certificate - Heavy Equipment Operating
Northshore Technical Community College
Lacombe, LA09.2023
Skills
- Hazard identification
- First aid training
- Pole setting
- Overhead distribution
- Power line installation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Underground distribution
- Crossarm assembly
- Electrical systems
- Grounding procedures
- Safety procedures
- Hand and power tools
- Grounding techniques
- Written and verbal communication
Timeline
Apprentice Lineman
Cleco
11.2024 - Current
Class C Lineman/ Operator
Bird Electric
08.2024 - 11.2024
Groundsman/Operator
Chain Electric Company
04.2024 - 08.2024
Apprentice Lineman
Linetec Services, LLC
11.2023 - 04.2024
Technical Certificate - Heavy Equipment Operating
Northshore Technical Community College
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