WILLIAM CODY MILLS
Batesville
Summary
Proven Lead Lineman with expertise in electrical safety and project management. Skilled in supervising installations and mentoring junior linemen to ensure compliance and operational excellence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
LEAD LINEMAN
TVEPA
BATESVILLE
01.2023 - Current
- Supervised installation and maintenance of electrical distribution systems.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during construction and repair tasks.
- Trained and mentored junior linemen on tools and techniques.
- Conducted regular inspections of power lines and equipment for safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot electrical issues effectively.
- Managed project schedules and coordinated work activities among crew members.
- Operated heavy machinery for lifting and positioning utility poles and equipment.
- Operated bucket trucks, lashers, core machines and powered hand tools safely and efficiently.
LINEMAN
TVEPA
BATESVILLE
08.2011 - Current
- Responded to service calls for electrical outages and repairs.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground power lines.
- Diagnosed electrical problems using specialized testing equipment.
- Utilized safety gear and practices while performing high-risk tasks.
- Maintained, repaired and replaced poles and cross-arms.
- Assisted in the repair of damaged lines due to storms or accidents.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
SOUTH PANOLA HIGH SCHOOL
Batesville, MSECM LINEMAN TRAINING
Skills
- Electrical safety
- Project management
- Heavy machinery operation
- Power line installation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
Timeline
LEAD LINEMAN
TVEPA
01.2023 - Current
LINEMAN
TVEPA
08.2011 - Current
High School Diploma -
SOUTH PANOLA HIGH SCHOOL
ECM LINEMAN TRAINING