Jonathan Goins
Olanta
Summary
Results-driven professional with a strong background in equipment operation and safety compliance. Committed to fostering teamwork and enhancing workflows while training new employees to uphold high standards in utility maintenance. Proactive professional with a strong background in aerial line construction and maintenance. Known for effective communication and problem-solving skills, contributing to emergency response efforts and successful project completions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Aerial Lineman
Godwin Construction
Lake CIty
08.2023 - Current
- Operated specialized equipment including bucket trucks, digger derricks, excavators, and track machines.
- Conducted routine inspections of fiber lines to identify maintenance needs.
- Assisted in the troubleshooting of service issues to minimize outage times.
- Followed safety protocols while working in hazardous environments and adverse weather.
- Implemented efficient workflows during high-pressure installation projects with minimal supervision.
- Trained new hires on tools, equipment usage, and safety regulations in the field.
- Followed OSHA regulations related to safety procedures at job sites.
- Operated bucket trucks to install or fiber lines and equipmen.
- 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 fiber 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 fiber. lines.
- Read blueprints and diagrams for proper installation techniques.
- Cleaned up work sites after completing projects.
- 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.
- Provided technical assistance to new hires while they learned the trade.
- Shortened or lengthened wires by removing or adding wire and used different types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- Compared layout and methods of installation to blueprints and sketches and marked differentiations on drawings.
- Coordinated with team members to remove trees and other obstructions from lines and equipment.
- Communicated effectively with customers, addressing concerns and explaining the nature of work.
- Read and interpreted work orders, diagrams, and specifications to determine repair or installation requirements.
- Participated in safety meetings and workshops to stay updated on industry practices and standards.
- Performed ground work, setting up traffic cones and safety signs to secure work areas.
- Documented work performed, including repairs made and materials used, for record-keeping purposes.
- Utilized GPS and mapping tools to locate and diagnose issues within the system.
- Climbed wooden poles, ladders and towers or used bucket trucks to reach power lines and complete work.
- Completed resagging on older or improperly installed lines.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
Groundman
Sumter Utilities
Sumter
01.2020 - 08.2023
- Installed and maintained overhead utility lines.
- Operated heavy machinery for line installation and repairs.
- Collaborated with team members on emergency power restoration efforts.
- Implemented safety protocols during high-risk work environments.
- Responded to service calls for outages and equipment failures.
- Trained new employees on tools and safety procedures.
- Followed OSHA regulations related to safety procedures at job sites.
- Maintained, repaired and replaced poles and cross-arms.
- Operated bucket trucks to install or maintain high voltage power lines.
- 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.
- Assisted in various capacities during construction, repair and maintenance of electrical lines.
- Read blueprints and diagrams for proper installation techniques.
- Cleaned up work sites after completing projects.
- 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.
- Provided technical assistance to apprentices while they learned the trade.
- Shortened or lengthened wires by removing or adding wire and used different types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- Climbed poles to compare printed data on transformers with work orders and examine wires and auxiliary equipment on poles.
- Opened switches or attached grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines.
- Conducted safety inspections of all power line equipment prior to use.
- Compared layout and methods of installation to blueprints and sketches and marked differentiations on drawings.
- Troubleshot overhead distribution lines to restore power service.
- Tested conductors to identify corresponding conductors and prevent incorrect connections.
- Replaced defective or burned out conductors on utility poles using aerial lift devices.
- Coordinated with other utilities to ensure safe working conditions and prevent service disruption.
- Adhered to local, state, and federal regulations governing electrical transmission and distribution.
- Communicated effectively with customers, addressing concerns and explaining the nature of work.
- Performed ground work, setting up traffic cones and safety signs to secure work areas.
- Installed street lights and security lights, including wiring and fixture mounting.
- Utilized GPS and mapping tools to locate and diagnose issues within the electrical distribution system.
- Participated in safety meetings and workshops to stay updated on industry practices and standards.
- Read and interpreted work orders, diagrams, and specifications to determine repair or installation requirements.
- Utilized volt meters, ammeters, and other testing devices to assess and ensure system functionality.
- Climbed wooden poles, ladders and towers or used bucket trucks to reach power lines and complete work.
- Worked with team to install cables, poles and transformers.
- Maintained electric work tools and equipment.
- Performed pre-installation procedures to attach cross-arms, insulators and auxiliary equipment to poles.
- Completed resagging on older or improperly installed lines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lake City High School
Lake City, SC06-2019
Some College (No Degree) - Linework
Northwest Lineman College
Rock Hill, SCSkills
- Equipment operation
- Emergency response
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Safety compliance
- Blueprint interpretation
- Utility installation
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Training and mentoring
- Task delegation
- Overhead line construction
- Wire splicing
- Electrical power line maintenance
- Equipment selection
- Repair work
- Emergency repairs
- Transformer removal
- Equipment maintenance
- Heavy lifting
- Company radio usage
- Power line installation
- Conductor stringing
- Electrical power line installation
- Safety meetings
- Storm damage repair
- Grounding techniques
- Shortening and lengthening lines
- Hand and power tools
- Safety procedures
- Electrical safety procedures
- Written and verbal communication
- Electrical testing
- Crossarm installation
- Chain hoist operation
- System troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting
- Crew assistance
- Electrical distribution systems
- Bucket truck operation
- Hole digging
- Transformer maintenance
- Digger derrick use
- Electrical systems
- Lineman Tools Usage
- Problem-solving
- Conductor insulation
- Aerial lift operation
- Power restoration
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Aerial Lineman
Godwin Construction
08.2023 - Current
Groundman
Sumter Utilities
01.2020 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Lake City High School
Some College (No Degree) - Linework
Northwest Lineman College