Bernard Scott
Paradise,Canada
Summary
Seeking a position as an apprentice powerline technician. I take pride in my work ethic, professionalism, dependability, and ability to learn quickly while maintaining close attention to detail. I have over a decade of experience in industrial maintenance, the majority of which was in supervisor positions. Additionally, I have a military background, which is typically not found among many apprentices.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Power Lineman
Black and McDonald
Paradise, Nl
10.2025 - Current
- Installed overhead conductor
- Install and adjust 66 and 12.5kv switches, power transformers, reclosers and breakers
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve issues
- Ensured safe work practices in high-risk environments while adhering to regulations.
Powerline Technician
Greystone Utility Services
10.2024 - Current
- Climbing skills
- Physically able to perform all assigned tasks
- Clean and stock trucks daily
- Perform tasks under supervision of Journeyman PLT
Rope Access Supervisor
Acuren Group Inc.
12.2020 - 10.2025
- IRATA level 3 supervisor ADHOC
- Conduct daily safety talks, weekly audits of all relevant safety documentation
- Plan and accomplish work at height rescue plans, if necessary
- Conduct various maintenance scopes on client work sites
- Safely execute work scopes with electricians, welders, and other various trades while at height
Powerline Technician
Locke's Electrical
Paradise, NL
06.2025 - 06.2025
- Compared layout and methods of installation to blueprints and sketches and marked differentiations on drawings.
- Operated heavy machinery for efficient line installation and repair tasks.
- Ensured timely completion of projects while maintaining quality standards.
- Remove existing utility poles and install new in place
- Rigging for linemen aloft
- Ensuring tools and materials ready when needed
Laborer, Rope Access Supervisor
Tacten Industrial
01.2012 - 12.2020
- Started as a basic laborer, worked through hours process from IRATA level 1 to level 3 technician
- Finalizing JHA's, permits, and applicable safety paperwork
- Keep clients informed of progress with daily reports
- Work with a wide variety of hand and power tools safely while at height
- Completed work scopes on various sites such as NL Hydro Churchill Falls 245kv cable replacement, Bay d'Espoir generation station, Muskrat Falls
Reserve Lineman
Canadian Armed Forces
01.2012 - 12.2014
- Basic training and soldier qualification
- Learned safe climbing practices
- Installation and maintenance of communication and fiber systems
- Attention to detail in stressful situations
- Various leadership courses and training
Education
Powerline Technician Certificate -
College of the North Atlantic
Seal CoveSkills
- Leadership skills
- Adaptability
- Multitasking
- Dependable
- Ability to work long hours
- Shift work
Certification
- Powerline Hazard
- Level 1 Traffic Control
- NL Fall Protection
- NL Confined Space
- Standard First Aid
- Air Brakes
References
- Aiden Dean, Powerline Technician Instructor, College of the North Atlantic, 709.699.0232, 709.744.6833, aiden.dean@cna.nl.ca
- Kyle Kennedy, Regional Operation Manager, Tacten Industrial, 709.770.0445, kennedydkyle@gmail.com
- Janice MacDonald, Human Resources Assistant, Atlantic Region, Acuren Group Inc., 709.727.4539, 709.753.2100 ext. 224, janice.macdonald@acuren.com
Personal Information
Title: Apprentice Powerline Technician
Timeline
Power Lineman
Black and McDonald
10.2025 - Current
Powerline Technician
Locke's Electrical
06.2025 - 06.2025
Powerline Technician
Greystone Utility Services
10.2024 - Current
Rope Access Supervisor
Acuren Group Inc.
12.2020 - 10.2025
Laborer, Rope Access Supervisor
Tacten Industrial
01.2012 - 12.2020
Reserve Lineman
Canadian Armed Forces
01.2012 - 12.2014
Powerline Technician Certificate -
College of the North Atlantic