Zachary Brever
Fresno
Summary
I entered the Missouri Valley apprenticeship in 1998. Worked at We-Energies based in Milwaukee WI for 10 years before becoming a contractor. I have been a contractor for over 18 years and am in good standing at the IBEW 1245 union hall. I have a perfect safety record and have always cooperated with safety personnel to help improve our trade.
Skilled Journeyman Lineman with background in maintaining, repairing, and installing electrical infrastructure. Strengths include solid knowledge of electrical systems, safety protocols and effective team leadership. Proven ability to enhance system performance and reliability while adhering to compliance standards. Previous work resulted in improved efficiency and decreased downtime due to mechanical issues.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1994
1994
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
PAR West
Vacaville
06.2024 - Current
- Installed and maintained overhead power lines for residential and commercial customers.
- Operated aerial lift trucks to perform line work safely and efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections of electrical systems to ensure reliability and safety.
- Followed safety protocols while working near energized lines and equipment.
- Assisted in training apprentices on proper lineman techniques and safety practices.
- Collaborated with crews to troubleshoot power outages and restore service promptly.
- Maintained records of work performed, materials used, and safety checks completed.
- Provided technical guidance to apprentice linemen when needed.
- Operated bucket trucks to access high voltage lines for repairs or maintenance activities.
- Worked quickly and safely to maintain and reconduct lines.
- Participated in training sessions to learn new techniques in line operations.
- Climbed wood poles using approved climbing methods while wearing proper safety gear.
- Repaired or replaced damaged poles and anchors following storm damage or vehicle accidents.
- Tested and operated switches, cutouts, regulators and voltage controllers for proper operation.
- Responded quickly during emergency situations such as storms or downed poles and lines.
- Identified site hazards and utilized safety and protective equipment to comply with safety rules.
- Performed ground work, setting up traffic cones and safety signs to secure work areas.
- 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.
- Communicated effectively with customers, addressing concerns and explaining the nature of work.
- Adhered to local, state, and federal regulations governing electrical transmission and distribution.
- Helped out by participating in extra shifts when emergencies or outages required additional assistance in adverse weather conditions.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Built and maintained transmission and distribution lines on the PG&E system
Education
Burlington High School
Burlington, WISkills
- Overhead line installation
- Aerial lift operation
- High voltage maintenance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Emergency response
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Record keeping
- OSHA regulations
- Chain hoist operation
- Conductor splicing
- Electrical power line installation
- Repair work
- Cable splicing
- Overhead line construction
- Grounding procedures
- Electrical distribution systems
- Pole setting
- Transformer maintenance
- Electrical diagrams
- Crossarm installation
- Work order management
- Three-phase experience
- Schematics
- Reconducting
- Helicopter work
- Power distribution systems
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Transformer banks
- Underground and overhead distribution
- Voltage testing
- Lockout/Tagout
- Steel tower erecting
- Storm damage repair
- System troubleshooting
- Safety procedures
- Safety meetings
- Power line installation
- Crew assistance
- Electrical power line maintenance
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
PAR West
06.2024 - Current
Burlington High School