Chad Burns
Burrill Lake,NSW
Summary
Dedicated Linesman with extensive experience at Southpower, skilled in overhead line construction and power restoration. Proven ability to lead teams effectively while adhering to safety regulations. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving skills and commitment to quality, ensuring reliable electrical distribution and efficient storm damage assessments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Linesman
Southpower
Moruya Heads, NSW
07.2017 - Current
Linesman
Southeast powerlines
Ulladulla, NSW
03.2003 - 06.2017
- Installed and maintained overhead electrical lines, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify and resolve potential electrical issues promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to execute maintenance tasks efficiently, minimizing service interruptions.
Education
Certificate II ESI Power Systems Distribution - Linesman
TAFE NSW
NSW06.2018
Certificate III Motor Mechanic - Motor Mechanic
TAFE NSW
NSW01.2001
Skills
Bucket truck operation
- Overhead line construction
- Power line installation
- Electrical distribution systems
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Underground cabling
- Crossarm installation
- Cable splicing
- Training and mentoring
- Adherence to regulations
- Power restoration
- Conductor stringing
- Emergency repairs
- OSHA compliance
- System inspections
- Line extension planning
- Substation operations
- Vegetation management
- Fault detection
- Grounding procedures
- Storm damage assessment
- Fall protection
- Worksite traffic control
- Pole climbing techniques
- Transformer installation
- Customer service
- Electrical power line installation
- Hand and power tools
- Hole digging
- Electrical testing
- Lockout/Tagout
- Safety meetings
- Repair work
- Electrical diagrams
- Crew assistance
- Heavy lifting
- Written and verbal communication
- Chain hoist operation
- Safety procedures
- Trenching
- Transformer removal
- Shortening and lengthening lines
- System troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance
- Schematics
- Equipment selection
- Grounding techniques
- Company radio usage
- Troubleshooting [equipment]
- Electrical power line maintenance
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Electrical safety
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Task prioritization
- Safety management
- Self motivation
- Professionalism
Overhead line construction
Power line installation
Electrical distribution systems
Crossarm installation
Underground cabling
Training and mentoring
Adherence to regulations
Power restoration
Conductor stringing
Emergency repairs
OSHA compliance
System inspections
Line extension planning
Vegetation management
Grounding procedures
Worksite traffic control
Pole climbing techniques
Transformer installation
Fault detection
Storm damage assessment
Electrical power line installation
Hand and power tools
Hole digging
Electrical testing
Lockout/Tagout
Safety meetings
Repair work
Electrical diagrams
Crew assistance
Heavy lifting
Written and verbal communication
Chain hoist operation
Wire splicing
Safety procedures
Trenching
Transformer removal
Shortening and lengthening lines
System troubleshooting
Equipment maintenance
Schematics
Equipment selection
Grounding techniques
Electrical power line maintenance
Teamwork
Company radio usage
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Attention to detail
Multitasking
Reliability
Excellent communication
Organizational skills
Team collaboration
Active listening
Effective communication
Electrical safety
Decision-making
Relationship building
Team building
Safety management
Task prioritization
Self motivation
Professionalism
Timeline
Linesman
Southpower
07.2017 - Current
Linesman
Southeast powerlines
03.2003 - 06.2017
Certificate II ESI Power Systems Distribution - Linesman
TAFE NSW
Certificate III Motor Mechanic - Motor Mechanic
TAFE NSW