James Ellison
Locust
Summary
Reliable Class B Lineman known for productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in pole climbing, electrical line maintenance, and safety protocols to ensure work quality and team safety. Excel in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, applying these soft skills to overcome challenges and drive project success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Class B Lineman
Carolina power
Charlotte
08.2024 - Current
- Operated bucket trucks, diggers, and other equipment to erect poles and light or heavy power lines.
- Spliced wires and soldered connections to complete circuitry for effective power distribution.
- Assisted in the maintenance of underground cables and conduits.
- Climbed poles and towers, utilizing safety equipment, to access and repair electrical lines.
- Worked with team to install cables, poles and transformers.
- Climbed wooden poles, ladders and towers or used bucket trucks to reach power lines and complete work.
- Followed strict safety protocols to ensure personal and public safety around electrical lines.
- Performed daily inspections of trucks, tools, ladders and other equipment prior to use.
- Opened switches or attached grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines.
- Assisted with the installation of new service drops for residential customers.
- Trained and mentored apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and reinforcing safety practices.
Class C Lineman
Utility Lines Construction Services
Charlotte
12.2022 - 08.2024
- Tested continuity of circuit conductors using ohmmeters or other testing devices.
- Lubricated moving parts of machines such as winches used for lifting heavy loads onto utility poles.
- Read blueprints accurately to determine layout of power lines for construction projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jay M Robinson High School
Harrisburg, NC05-2008
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Power line installation
- Wire splicing
- Electrical testing
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Hand tool expertise
- Hand and power tools
- Electrical power line installation
Timeline
Class B Lineman
Carolina power
08.2024 - Current
Class C Lineman
Utility Lines Construction Services
12.2022 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Jay M Robinson High School