Richard May
Wisner
Summary
Dynamic Journeyman Lineman with extensive experience at Utility Lines Construction Services, excelling in overhead line construction and power restoration. Proven ability to lead teams, optimize productivity, and ensure safety compliance. Skilled in conductor splicing and effective communication, contributing to the successful completion of complex projects and enhancing the electrical grid.
Diligent with solid background in electrical infrastructure maintenance and repair. Successfully executed complex installations and ensured safety compliance in high-pressure environments. Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, along with strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
Utility Lines Construction Services
09.2020 - Current
- lead lineman tasked with teaching and training ap lineman and ground hands on our daily tasks.
- teaching and training them the basic tools, rigging, proper bucket setup, grounding, pressing deadends, and bulding jumpers
- Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events,
- Constructed new power lines, from 69kv to 500 kv contributing to the expansion and improvement of the electrical grid.
- cover and spread hot distribution lines, installing new arms on underbulids.
- Collaborated with other linemen to complete complex projects efficiently and within specified timeframes.
- Assisted in the training of apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and expertise to develop future industies
- Performed skilled aerial work using bucket trucks and climbing gear for efficient access to high-voltage equipment.
Class A Lineman
Volt
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Running aerial devices while stringing new 1272 sac wire double bundle, running track equipment, bucket trucks crane man baskets, man lifts,etc...
- Prevented potential accidents by consistently following safety guidelines when working with live wires and high voltage equipment.
- Contributed to the successful completion of large-scale storm recovery efforts following natural disasters.
- Optimized productivity through proficient operation of specialized line equipment like stringing gear machines or hydraulic presses.
Class B Lineman
Utility Lines Construction Services
07.2018 - 01.2020
- worked as an aerial lineman on several transmission lines 69kv to 500kv
- ran various pieces of equipment track hoe, digger truck, skid steer, etc...
- Contributed to a high-performance team environment by actively participating in ongoing training programs and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices.
- Promoted positive relationships with clients by addressing concerns promptly and professionally throughout project duration.
- Optimized resource allocation by skillfully managing manpower across multiple projects simultaneously without compromising quality or timeliness of results.
- Streamlined project completion by efficiently organizing materials, tools, and equipment required for each task at hand.
Operator/Ap Distro Lineman
B&B
03.2016 - 07.2018
- running handline, spotting and setting up equipment,
- learning equipment and proper grounding procedures,
- aerial work, driving equipment, wire setup ,
- setting wood poles, running a service truck, climbing and working on service wire going to residential and commercial buildings
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on equipment to reduce repair costs.
Groundman? Operator
Southern Electric Corporation
02.2015 - 07.2016
- learning different sleeve and pop tool sizes, helping with bucket truck, equipment boring rigs and locators, working in residential areas with digging for ground transformers, and running underground wires.
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
Education
Automotive Engineering
Collins High School
Collins, MS05-2009
Skills
- Overhead line construction
- Bucket truck operation
- Pole setting
- Reconducting
- Written and verbal communication
- Power distribution systems
- Conductor splicing
- OSHA regulations
- Electrical distribution systems
- Line stringing
- Voltage testing
- Repair work
- Electrical power line installation
- Wire splicing
- Equipment inspection
- Chain hoist operation
- Shortening and lengthening lines
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Trenching
- Heavy lifting
- Underground line repair
- Crossarm installation
- Underground cabling
- Hole digging
- Electrical testing
- Substation maintenance
- Cable splicing
- Grounding procedures
- Underground and overhead distribution
- Hand and power tools
- Safety procedures
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety meetings
- Crew assistance
- Steel tower erecting
- Company radio usage
- Electrical power line maintenance
- Power restoration
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Effective communication
Certification
OSHA 10 certified
OSHA 30 construction
NCCCO crane certified
CPR and first aid certified, blood born pathogen
fork lift certified
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
Utility Lines Construction Services
09.2020 - Current
Class A Lineman
Volt
01.2020 - 09.2020
Class B Lineman
Utility Lines Construction Services
07.2018 - 01.2020
Operator/Ap Distro Lineman
B&B
03.2016 - 07.2018
Groundman? Operator
Southern Electric Corporation
02.2015 - 07.2016
Automotive Engineering
Collins High School
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