TYLER HODGE
Blackfalds,AB
Summary
Well rounded PLT with experience in Canada and the USA, Safety driven as well as detail oriented. Adaptable to multiple work shifts, day or night depending on customer needs. Great attitude and dependable. Professional Class 1 driver with a proven safe driving record in Canada and the USA.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Powerline Technician
AECON Power Services
10.2023 - Current
- 260 Kv new build and re stringing
- Conductor splicing using compression and swaging methods
- Conductor dead ending and jumpers using Implode, compression and swaging methods
- Clipping conductor using AGS and armour rod methods
- OPGW new installations and replacement re stringing
- Tower steel inspections
- Active safety committee member
- Participating in QA/QC documents
Powerline Technician
Victor Energy
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Energized transmission line maintenance
- Energized H frame, 3 pole replacement using robotic arm methods
- Live line work using transmission stick methods
- Holding and obtaining standoff/hold off permits on work zone being worked on
- Re stringing O/H, OPGW while energized circuits below
- Replacing Dampeners and line hardware energized
- Maintaining, inspecting and cleaning live line tools and robotic arms
- Safe operation use of robotic arm
- Maintaining safe minimum approach distances
- Providing knowledge to spotters and apprentices on approach distances and Live tools
- Working well with crews and upholding a strong safety culture
Powerline Technician
IRBY construction
04.2019 - 08.2021
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
- 138KV, 345KV, 500KV maintenance and new build
- Structure replacement, wood, steel and cement
- Storm restoration
- Rubber glove work
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Powerline Technician
Valard construction
02.2018 - 03.2019
- 138KV, 240KV, 500KV new construction and maintenance
- Stringing new conductor and OPGW
- Glass replacement, glass testing programs
- Re Conducting between hot corridors
- Dampener and spacer replacement programs
- Tension stringing conventional and with helicopters
- Attended daily safety meeting and tailboard talks
- Trained and deemed apprentices competent for given tasks
- Attended all training possible to advance in position
Powerline Technician
Atco Electric
03.2013 - 01.2018
- Successfully completed the Atco Electric apprenticeship program
- Inspected power lines and poles for signs of damage or wear, interference and degradation and reported findings to supervisor.
- Transmission and Distribution construction and maintenance
- Installation of new primary and O/H lines
- Rubber glove work 25KV
- Worked on energized electrical circuits
- Inspected old Structures for replacement
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Projected a strong safety culture and attended the safety committee
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
Education
Redseal Journeyman Powerline Technician - 1st,2nd,3rd Year
ATCO Electric T&D
Nisku, AB06.2016
High School Diploma -
Morrin High
Morrin, AB06.2012
Skills
- Customer relations
- Great communicator
- Adaptable to work environments
- Great team worker and leader
- Strong safety background and culture
References
- Shawn KIng, Journeyman Lineman Arctic Arrow , (250) 215-9805
- Rob Seargeant, Lines maintenance superintendent Valard (780) 903-9715
- Rob Frayne, Live line construction supervisor Victor Energy (403) 304-7017
- Richard Hall, Stringing supervisor Aecon Power Services (780) 239-0172
Timeline
Powerline Technician
AECON Power Services
10.2023 - Current
Powerline Technician
Victor Energy
10.2021 - 10.2023
Powerline Technician
IRBY construction
04.2019 - 08.2021
Powerline Technician
Valard construction
02.2018 - 03.2019
Powerline Technician
Atco Electric
03.2013 - 01.2018
Redseal Journeyman Powerline Technician - 1st,2nd,3rd Year
ATCO Electric T&D
High School Diploma -
Morrin High
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