Tristyn Brown
Taylorsville
Summary
I am a lineman with experience at LineTec Services, excelling in power line installation and equipment maintenance. Proven ability to conduct safety inspections and deliver exceptional customer service. Skilled in blueprint interpretation and circuit testing, consistently ensuring compliance with safety regulations while achieving project goals efficiently. I am skilled in electrical power-line installation and repair, known for completing tasks with high productivity and efficiency. I have specialized skills in system troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and emergency response management. Excel in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving to navigate complex projects successfully. Committed to ensuring safety protocols are rigorously followed while delivering reliable power solutions.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lineman
LineTec Services
Tunica
09.2024 - Current
- Cleaned up work sites after completing projects.
- Conducted safety inspections of all power line equipment prior to use.
- Performed pole climbing, digging holes and backfilling trenches for line installation.
- Removed old wires from utility poles before replacing them with new ones.
- Participated in emergency response teams during natural disasters.
- Connected new customers by running service drops from existing main line wires to customer premises.
- Inspected equipment for faults or damage to determine repair needs.
- Installed, spliced and tested overhead power lines.
- Assisted in the repair of damaged lines due to storms or accidents.
- Provided technical assistance to apprentices while they learned the trade.
- Operated bucket trucks to install or maintain high voltage power lines.
- Replaced defective or burned out conductors on utility poles using aerial lift devices.
- Installed transformers, meters, regulators and other electrical components.
- Maintained, repaired and replaced poles and cross-arms.
- Read blueprints and diagrams for proper installation techniques.
- Constructed distribution systems using hand tools such as shovels, hammers, saws and drills.
- Measured distances between posts when installing wire support structures.
- Troubleshot problems with distribution systems to identify root cause of issue.
- Followed OSHA regulations related to safety procedures at job sites.
- Adhered to strict federal and corporate rules to promote overall safety of workers and members of public.
- Assisted in various capacities during construction, repair and maintenance of electrical lines.
- Assessed power lines, poles and electrical equipment for wear and damage and reported deficiencies to appropriate supervisor.
- Shortened or lengthened wires by removing or adding wire and used different types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- Adhered to local, state, and federal regulations governing electrical transmission and distribution.
- Coordinated with team members to remove trees and other obstructions from lines and equipment.
- Climbed poles to compare printed data on transformers with work orders and examine wires and auxiliary equipment on poles.
- Troubleshot overhead distribution lines to restore power service.
- Participated in safety meetings and workshops to stay updated on industry practices and standards.
- Communicated effectively with customers, addressing concerns and explaining the nature of work.
- Conducted routine maintenance on transformers, insulators, and switches to ensure optimal performance.
- Followed strict safety protocols to ensure personal and public safety around electrical lines.
- Climbed poles and towers, utilizing safety equipment, to access and repair electrical lines.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground power lines to ensure uninterrupted power supply.
- Utilized volt meters, ammeters, and other testing devices to assess and ensure system functionality.
- Read and interpreted work orders, diagrams, and specifications to determine repair or installation requirements.
- Spliced wires and soldered connections to complete circuitry for effective power distribution.
- Operated bucket trucks, diggers, and other equipment to erect poles and light or heavy power lines.
- Tested and inspected electric distribution equipment and wiring outside and within buildings to verify conformance of installation with construction and building code specifications.
Operator/Apprentice
MDR Construction
Columbia
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Set up tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges and other related parts for use in production operations.
- Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Maintained records relating to product output numbers, scrap rate analysis, downtime reports.
- Assisted in the setup of production lines according to customer specifications.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Collaborated with coworkers to perform projects quickly and meet business goals.
- Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
- Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Sorted product components on work tables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
- Maintained accurate records of all apprentice activities including training sessions, assessments and evaluations.
Education
GED -
Jones County Junior College
Bay Springs, MS04-2023
Skills
- Power line installation
- Equipment maintenance
- Circuit testing
- Safety inspections
- Blueprint interpretation
- Customer service
Certification
- Class A CDL
Timeline
Lineman
LineTec Services
09.2024 - Current
Operator/Apprentice
MDR Construction
08.2023 - 09.2024
GED -
Jones County Junior College
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