David McDonald
Ione
Summary
Lineman with 13 years of Line experience reconducting, resagging, distribution circuits, replacing hardware and attaching transformers. Skilled at handling routine and emergency work in different environments to meet all power distribution needs. Expertise includes pole-climbing, splicing, stringing and piking. Professional, punctual and reliable at all times. Competent electrical professional experienced working with dead and high-voltage lines. Adept at operating at heights, lifting heavy loads and using equipment such as forklifts to move materials. Valid California license with clean driving history. Outstanding safety record spanning 13 years of utility work.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
Wasatch Electric
04.2024 - Current
- Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas.
- Constructed new power lines, contributing to the expansion and improvement of the electrical grid.
- Collaborated with other linemen to complete complex projects efficiently and within specified timeframes.
- Assisted in the training of apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and expertise to develop future industry professionals.
- Hooked up transformers to poles and lines.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Performed skilled aerial work using bucket trucks and climbing gear for efficient access to high-voltage equipment.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
Journeyman Lineman
INTREN
07.2021 - 10.2023
- Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas.
- Constructed new power lines, contributing to the expansion and improvement of the electrical grid.
- Collaborated with other linemen to complete complex projects efficiently and within specified timeframes.
- Hooked up transformers to poles and lines.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Performed skilled aerial work using bucket trucks and climbing gear for efficient access to high-voltage equipment.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Installed transformers, switches, and other components to optimize system performance and minimize disruptions.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Reduced outage durations by quickly diagnosing issues and implementing effective solutions in emergency situations.
- Ensured timely completion of assigned tasks through effective time management skills.
Journeyman Lineman
Basin Enterprises Inc.
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas.
- Constructed new power lines, contributing to the expansion and improvement of the electrical grid.
- Assisted in the training of apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and expertise to develop future industry professionals.
- Hooked up transformers to poles and lines.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Performed skilled aerial work using bucket trucks and climbing gear for efficient access to high-voltage equipment.
Journeyman Lineman
Pacific Gas & Electric
10.2011 - 02.2021
- Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas.
- Constructed new power lines, contributing to the expansion and improvement of the electrical grid.
- Collaborated with other linemen to complete complex projects efficiently and within specified timeframes.
- Assisted in the training of apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and expertise to develop future industry professionals.
- Repaired damaged equipment promptly with a focus on quality craftsmanship and long-lasting results for increased durability.
- Supported ongoing infrastructure upgrades by replacing outdated poles, wires, insulators, transformers as part of planned initiatives.
- Hooked up transformers to poles and lines.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Performed skilled aerial work using bucket trucks and climbing gear for efficient access to high-voltage equipment.
- Improved safety measures by conducting regular inspections of transmission and distribution systems.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Peter Johansen High School
Modesto, CA05.2002
Skills
- Overhead Line Construction
- Bucket truck operation
- Pole setting
- Written and verbal communication
- Reconducting
- Transformer banks
- Power Distribution Systems
- Conductor Splicing
- Three-phase experience
- OSHA Regulations
- Line Stringing
- Voltage Testing
- Repair work
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
Wasatch Electric
04.2024 - Current
Journeyman Lineman
INTREN
07.2021 - 10.2023
Journeyman Lineman
Basin Enterprises Inc.
02.2021 - 06.2021
Journeyman Lineman
Pacific Gas & Electric
10.2011 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Peter Johansen High School
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