Apprentice Lineman

Personal Profile

Always abides by safety rules and regulations

Strong record of excellence, integrity, reliability

Results oriented, known for getting the job done

Highly motivated, dynamic, tough decision maker

Experienced in working long hours in extreme conditions

Specialized Lineman Skills

Over 500 hours of training in new construction and maintenance work on overhead and underground distribution and transmission lines

Able to maintain work records/manage work so that jobs are completed on time to specifications

Can drive, maintain, stock and operate line trucks and vehicles

Management Skills

Excellent organizational, leadership and project management skills

Accomplished supervisor, trainer, instructor, evaluator

Experienced in setting and implementing strategic and operational goals

Proficient in budgeting and resource management

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Certifications, Licenses and Specialized Training

First Aid/CPR/AED

OSHA 1910.269

Certified Climber

Vault Rescue

Aerial-lift Rescue

Pole-top Rescue

Aerial Lift Operation

Linetruck Operation

Class A CDL

Education

Electrical Lineworker Program, Certification, Northwest Lineman College, Denton, TX, 2016

General Education, Central Texas College, Killeen, TX, 2011

Advanced Leadership and Management Course, U.S. Army, Fort Sill, OK, 2010

Army Basic Instructor Course, U.S. Army, Fort Sill, OK, 2010

Primary Leadership Development Course, U.S. Army, Fort Hood, TX, 2008

Military Medals, Ribbons and Awards

Northwest Lineman College Class President, Denton, TX, 2016

Defense Meritorious Service Medal, U.S. Army, 2011

Combat Action Badge, U.S. Army, 2004, 2007, 2009, 2011

Army Good Conduct Medal, U.S. Army, 2004, 2007, 2010, 2013

Army Commendation Medal, U.S. Army, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2009, 2014

Army Achievement Medal, U.S. Army, 2002, 2004, 2008

Presidential Unit Citation, U.S. Army, 2004

Meritorious Unit Citation, U.S. Army, 2004, 2007

Navy Unit Commendation (Battle of Al Fallujah II), U.S. Army, 2004

Afghanistan Campaign Medal with 2 Stars, U.S. Army, 2011

Iraq Campaign Medal with 4 Stars, U.S. Army, 2004/2005, 2006/2007, 2008/2009

Instructor of the Quarter, U.S. Army, 2011

Team Supervisor of the Quarter, U.S. Army, 2006

Parachutist Badge, U.S. Army, 2008

Volunteering

Volunteer at CASA 5K Triathlon, 2016

Organized school supplies drive for Friends of the Family Shelter, 2016

Assisted Vietnam Vets painting, laying concrete, yard work, 2016

Volunteer at Texas Lineman Rodeo Hurt Man Rescue Event, 2016

Experience

Body Shop Technician Level 3

Sep 2015 - Apr 2016

Rush Truck Center Dallas, Irving, TX

Repaired or replaced damaged body parts to meet or exceed the original factory fit and finish

Mentored apprentices or lesser skilled technicians

Operated industry-related power and hand tools

Foreman/Lead Welder & Group Lead/Welder

Jan 2014 – Sep 2015

Supreme Corporation, Cleburne, TX

Welded box body vehicles, ensured all work was completed on time and to company standards

Supervised and trained 15 welders, tested welding ability of potential new hires

Maintained inventory on over 200 components, ensured correct materials were available for jobs

Oversaw safety, reporting, training and production status for more than 30 employees

Responsible for 9 different Group Leaders

Senior Instructor/Writer

Oct 2011 - Feb 2014

U.S. Army, Fort Sill, OK

Supervised a team of ten instructors that taught, mentored, and evaluated over 12 classes with over 600 students and an average graduation rate above 93%

Monitored and evaluated instructors and granted certifications

Counseled instructors quarterly and provided additional training as required

Set up and coordinated logistic needs to support training and personnel

Conducted Quality Control Inspections to verify that standards were being met

Senior Supervisor

Mar 2011 - Oct 2011

U.S. Army, Bagram, Afghanistan

Selected to serve as a Senior Supervisor for the Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force in support of combat operations in Afghanistan

Was considered subject matter expert on all Fire Support issues and resources for Special Forces Operations in Afghanistan, conducted dynamic, deliberate, and time-sensitive targeting

Advised the Commander and staff on close air support, artillery, rotary wing, rocket, missile fires

Planned and supervised training and certifications for five Special Operations Task Forces

Managed a portal page with several learning tools, products and lessons learned for more than 200 personnel, and several other classified computer systems

Instructor/Writer

Mar 2010 – Mar 2011

U.S. Army, Fort Sill, OK

Supervised, taught, evaluated over 1000 students in over 15 classes with an average above 90%

Revised Fire Support doctrine to bring training material current

Provided audiovisual materials, practical exercises, discussion, presentations, classroom lectures

Taught how to write lesson plans, evaluation techniques, rapport building, learning styles, adult learner characteristics, presentations, learning outcomes, active listening, questioning techniques

Accountable for equipment in excess of $1 Million without loss, or incident

Recognized as the Instructor of the Quarter over 17 other instructors

Supervisor

Sep 2006 – Mar 2010

U.S. Army, Fort Hood, TX, Iraq

Served as a Team Supervisor/Targeting Supervisor for an organization with over 475 personnel

Coordinated ground assets and air assets to launch munitions in a timely and accurate manner

Estimated collateral damage of munitions employed, and lethal and non-lethal targeting on tactical targets

Trained and managed 5 team members to conduct over 300 combat patrols and over 60 special operation missions effectively without any loss of life or equipment

Was awarded Team Supervisor of the Quarter during the 1st year as a supervisor above 6 others

Spent 2 years as Supervisor of team and was responsible for over $100 Million in equipment without any loss, incident, or injury

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