Scott Neustaeter
Lake Country
Summary
I've significantly enhanced safety and efficiency standards across various roles, from Distribution Powerline Inspector to Powerline Technician/Trades Trainer. My expertise in powerline maintenance and ability to mentor and lead teams are matched by strong problem-solving and organizational skills, driving successful project outcomes and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Distribution Powerline Inspector
Pacific Gas & Electric
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Reduced the frequency of defects by closely monitoring production processes and identifying areas for improvement.
- Enhanced company safety standards by conducting thorough inspections of equipment and facilities.
- Mentored junior inspectors, sharing industry expertise to enhance their skills and abilities in performing thorough inspections.
- Identified repair and upgrade requirements needed to meet safety and quality standards.
Telcom Lineman
Focus Communications
10.2020 - 01.2024
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground copper and fiber optic lines and auxiliary equipment.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Coordinated with utility partners during joint infrastructure projects, facilitating smooth communication channels between teams resulting in successful outcomes.
Quality Assurance Specialist
Southern Energy Alliance
04.2016 - 08.2019
- Educated employees on specific QA standards and confirmed all standards were being maintained
- Prepared QA evaluation reports weekly and submitted to management
- Provide logistical support to Line Crews by requesting necessary permits and BC One Call locates, and Outage Notifications through proper channels
Powerline Technician
Advanced Powerlines
08.2009 - 04.2016
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical powerlines and auxiliary equipment
- Worked on both 3 phase and single phase pole changes, dead end change outs and live line tension stringing
- Inspected powerlines and pole for signs of damage or wear and recorded the findings
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required troubleshooting to diagnose problems and mobilize required personnel and equipment to restore power safely
- Supervised apprentices providing instruction and safety watching, making sure they were taught how to complete the requirements of the trade safely
Powerline Technician/Trades Trainer
Manitoba Hydro
03.1993 - 08.2009
- Instructed apprentice powerline technicians in both classroom and field settings, assessing their level of competence
- Performed maintenance and reconductoring work on both distribution and transmission lines in a safe and efficient manner
- Supervised line crews of up to 10 PLT's working on dead and energized lines up to 25kV
- Proficient in the installation of overhead and underground conductors
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology/Psychology
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB1994
Skills
- In-depth knowledge in all aspects of powerline maintenance
- Dedicated to creating a safer workplace by investigating and enforcing required regulations
- Leading, mentoring and teaching apprentices
- Ability to work within a team environment and independently as an individual contributor
- Ability to manage numerous assignments and competing demands
- Good communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
Certification
- Red Seal Certified as a Powerline Technician
- Certificate of Qualification as a Powerline Technician
- WHIMIS and TDG Trained
- Autocad Level 1
- Confined space entry
- First Aid
Accomplishments
- Supervised and mentored more than 12 personnel over a period of 6 months at a time.
- Educated and tested apprentices throughout their apprenticeships in a classroom setting.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
English
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionTimeline
Distribution Powerline Inspector
Pacific Gas & Electric
01.2024 - 12.2024
Telcom Lineman
Focus Communications
10.2020 - 01.2024
Quality Assurance Specialist
Southern Energy Alliance
04.2016 - 08.2019
Powerline Technician
Advanced Powerlines
08.2009 - 04.2016
Powerline Technician/Trades Trainer
Manitoba Hydro
03.1993 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology/Psychology
University of Manitoba
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