Chris L. Ortiz
582 Talley Rd. Hendersonville,NC
Summary
My current objective is to obtain an LA3 position and work for a company and on a crew that will help me achieve the skills necessary to become a Class A Journeyman. Following my Class A Journeyman’s License, I would like to proceed with a long lasting and successful career in the field of line work while working safely.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
B-Class Lineman
Sumter Utilities
2022.01 - Current
- Perform maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions and locations.
- Working safely in accordance with OSHA, Quanta and Sumter's guidelines.
- Work on both energized and de-energized lines.
- Respond to emergencies and outages that require additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Train new hires to work safely, efficiently, and as a team.
Project Manager
35* North Landscaping Services
2018.01 - 2021.09
Owner Operator
Greenscapes Landscaping
2012.04 - 2017.12
Gunner’s mate Second Class
United States Navy
2008.03 - 2012.03
Education
Apprenticeship Program
NLC Apprenticeship Program
York, SC2025-07
Pre-Apprenticeship Line Worker Program
North American Lineman Training Center
McEwen, TN12.2021
Diploma - undefined
Franklin High School
Franklin, TN05.2005
Skills
- Operate digger derick, bucket, pulling rig and wire rig
- Insulate, isolate, and cover all second points of contact within the minimum approach distance
- Move energized phases, install mechanical jumpers
- Wire up and install transformers
- Read a job card and make up material
- Reconducting, and pole changeout
Certification
- NLC Apprenticeship program
- NALTC Pre- Apprenticeship program
- Class A CDL – No Restrictions
- DOT Card
- CPR/ First Aid
- Bucket Rescue
- Pole-Top Rescue
- OSHA 1910.269
- Bucket Truck Certification
- Digger Derrick Truck Certification
Timeline
B-Class Lineman
Sumter Utilities
2022.01 - Current
Project Manager
35* North Landscaping Services
2018.01 - 2021.09
Owner Operator
Greenscapes Landscaping
2012.04 - 2017.12
Gunner’s mate Second Class
United States Navy
2008.03 - 2012.03
Diploma - undefined
Franklin High School
Apprenticeship Program
NLC Apprenticeship Program
Pre-Apprenticeship Line Worker Program
North American Lineman Training Center
Awards
Navy and Marine Corp Achievement Medal, 2010, Navy and Marine Corp Achievement Medal, 2011