Michael Welborn
Walker
Summary
Dedicated Journeyman Lineman with strong electrical troubleshooting, safety compliance, and equipment maintenance skills. Proven ability to conduct thorough inspections and mentor apprentice linemen, ensuring high safety standards and customer satisfaction.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
DEMCO
Central
10.2019 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections to uphold safety standards and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Identified and resolved electrical outages through proper troubleshooting techniques.
- Utilized diverse machinery and tools for line construction and outage restoration.
- Performed work on both dead and energized lines of different voltages.
- Utilized specialized tools including hot sticks, rubber gloves, and cover up.
- Climbed utility poles using safety harness and equipment using approved climbing methods while wearing proper safety gear.
- Trained and mentored apprentice linemen, fostering knowledge sharing and reinforcing safety adherence.
- Contributed to the safety committee to enhance safety practices within the central service area.
- Interacted with customers to address concerns and clarify work processes, enhancing transparency and building trust.
Saw Filer Class A
Weyerhaeuser
Holden
06.2016 - 10.2019
- Contributed to safety team and participated in Future Leaders of Weyerhaeuser "Flow" team to promote workplace safety.
- Conducted regular inspections for quality and performance of cutting equipment.
- Sharpened saw blades using precision tools and techniques.
- Ground teeth of saw blades to specified angles and heights with grinding machines.
- Executed daily maintenance on filing equipment, ensuring proper lubrication of moving parts and timely replacement of components.
- worked with production management and QC to ensure the function and quality of all materials coming from the saws.
Lawn Care Crew Leader
Turf Masters of Walker LLC.
Walker
06.2013 - 2017
- Coordinated crew schedules based on weather conditions and customer needs to optimize service delivery.
- Reviewed completed work for quality compliance with company standards to maintain high service integrity.
- Maintained lawn equipment to prevent breakdowns and extend lifespan.
Warehouse Worker
Dodge City Farm Supply
Denham Springs
10.2011 - 03.2014
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from delivery trucks, maintaining accuracy and efficiency in inventory management.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials, ensuring timely availability for order fulfillment.
- Ran delivery routes and communicated with customers, enhancing overall satisfaction with delivery service.
Education
LSFA's Lineman Training Module 1-4
ALEC
Baton Rouge, LA11-2024
LSFA's Live Line And Bucket Truck School
ALEC
Baton Rouge, LA10-2023
LSFA's Underground School
ALEC
Baton Rouge, LA03-2023
Linework
Demco Lineman Apprenticeship Program
Greenwell Springs, LA09-2021
Leadership
Frontline Leadership Education
Summit, MS05-2019
Some College (No Degree) - Forestry
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LAHigh School Diploma -
Walker High School
Walker, LA01-2014
Skills
- Line construction
- Underground and overhead distribution
- Transformer banks
- Three-phase experience
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Lockout/Tagout
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Machinery operation
- Pole top and bucket rescue certified
- Grounding procedures
- Time management
- Customer communication
Certification
Class A CDL
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
DEMCO
10.2019 - Current
Saw Filer Class A
Weyerhaeuser
06.2016 - 10.2019
Lawn Care Crew Leader
Turf Masters of Walker LLC.
06.2013 - 2017
Warehouse Worker
Dodge City Farm Supply
10.2011 - 03.2014
LSFA's Lineman Training Module 1-4
ALEC
LSFA's Live Line And Bucket Truck School
ALEC
LSFA's Underground School
ALEC
Linework
Demco Lineman Apprenticeship Program
Leadership
Frontline Leadership Education
Some College (No Degree) - Forestry
Southeastern Louisiana University
High School Diploma -
Walker High School