Jon Harrell
Ayden
Summary
Experienced lineman specializing in power line installation and high voltage maintenance. Proven ability to ensure safety compliance and inspect electrical systems, contributing to reliable service delivery.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1985
1985
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Jurneman lineman
Carolina contracting company
Clinton
01.2018 - 02.2025
- Installed and maintained power lines across residential and commercial sites.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safety protocols during installations.
- Inspected electrical systems for compliance with local regulations and safety standards.
- Coordinated with utility companies to schedule service interruptions for repairs.
- Assisted in training new linemen on safety procedures and best practices.
- Followed OSHA regulations related to safety procedures at job sites.
- Operated bucket trucks to install or maintain high voltage power lines.
- 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.
- Assisted in the maintenance of underground cables and conduits.
- Participated in emergency response teams during natural disasters.
- Assisted in various capacities during construction, repair and maintenance of electrical lines.
- Cleaned up work sites after completing projects.
- Connected new customers by running service drops from existing main line wires to customer premises.
- Operated heavy machinery for lifting and positioning utility poles effectively.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on tools and equipment used in the field.
- Installed transformers, meters, regulators and other electrical components.
- Assessed power lines, poles and electrical equipment for wear and damage and reported deficiencies to appropriate supervisor.
- Constructed distribution systems using hand tools such as shovels, hammers, saws and drills.
- Inspected equipment for faults or damage to determine repair needs.
- Provided technical assistance to apprentices while they learned the trade.
- Climbed poles to compare printed data on transformers with work orders and examine wires and auxiliary equipment on poles.
- Shortened or lengthened wires by removing or adding wire and used different types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- Conducted safety inspections of all power line equipment prior to use.
- Troubleshot overhead distribution lines to restore power service.
- Tested conductors to identify corresponding conductors and prevent incorrect connections.
- Tested and inspected electric distribution equipment and wiring outside and within buildings to verify conformance of installation with construction and building code specifications.
- Replaced defective or burned out conductors on utility poles using aerial lift devices.
- Read and interpreted work orders, diagrams, and specifications to determine repair or installation requirements.
- Coordinated with other utilities to ensure safe working conditions and prevent service disruption.
- Trained and mentored apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and reinforcing safety practices.
- Participated in safety meetings and workshops to stay updated on industry practices and standards.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground power lines to ensure uninterrupted power supply.
- Documented work performed, including repairs made and materials used, for record-keeping purposes.
- Utilized volt meters, ammeters, and other testing devices to assess and ensure system functionality.
- Installed street lights and security lights, including wiring and fixture mounting.
- Spliced wires and soldered connections to complete circuitry for effective power distribution.
- 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.
- Maintained electric work tools and equipment.
- Performed pre-installation procedures to attach cross-arms, insulators and auxiliary equipment to poles.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Completed resagging on older or improperly installed lines.
Education
Clinton High School
Clinton, NcSkills
- Power line installation
- Electric system inspection
- High voltage maintenance
- Safety compliance
Timeline
Jurneman lineman
Carolina contracting company
01.2018 - 02.2025
Clinton High School