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Murray McLaren

Roslyn,Palmerston North

Summary

Seasoned Lineman with a robust background at Electrix, adept in electrical power line maintenance and demonstrating exceptional leadership by training apprentices. Excelled in emergency response, enhancing system reliability by 30%. Skilled in both technical repairs and clear communication, ensuring safety and efficiency on all projects.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lineman

Electrix
, Palmerston North
10.2004 - 01.2025
  • Inspected and tested power lines and auxiliary equipment to identify and repair faults.
  • Participated in safety meetings and workshops to stay updated on industry practices and standards.
  • Assessed job sites for cleanliness and organization and loaded trucks with materials at completion of shift.
  • Tested conductors to identify corresponding conductors and prevent incorrect connections.
  • Helped out by participating in extra shifts when emergencies or outages required additional assistance in adverse weather conditions.
  • Performed ground work, setting up traffic cones and safety signs to secure work areas.
  • Assisted in various capacities during construction, repair and maintenance of electrical lines.
  • Assessed power lines, poles and electrical equipment for wear and damage and reported deficiencies to appropriate supervisor.
  • Identified site hazards and utilized safety and protective equipment to comply with safety rules.
  • Completed resagging on older or improperly installed lines.
  • Installed street lights and security lights, including wiring and fixture mounting.
  • Read and interpreted work orders, diagrams, and specifications to determine repair or installation requirements.
  • Followed OSHA regulations related to safety procedures at job sites.
  • Patrolled lines and reported defective equipment or unsafe conditions to supervisor for resolution.
  • Troubleshot problems with distribution systems to identify root cause of issue.
  • Trained and mentored apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and reinforcing safety practices.
  • Responded to emergency outages and storm damage, working under challenging conditions to restore power.
  • Cleaned up work sites after completing projects.
  • Maintained, repaired and replaced poles and cross-arms.
  • Climbed poles and towers, utilizing safety equipment, to access and repair electrical lines.
  • Operated bucket trucks to install or maintain high voltage power lines.
  • Provided technical assistance to apprentices while they learned the trade.
  • Conducted safety inspections of all power line equipment prior to use.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Skills

  • Hole digging
  • Safety meetings
  • Repair work
  • Electrical power line maintenance
  • Chain hoist operation
  • Hand and power tools
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Steel tower erecting
  • Electrical power line installation
  • Company radio usage
  • Shortening and lengthening lines
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Bucket truck operation
  • Safety procedures
  • Heavy lifting
  • Crossarm installation
  • Conductor stringing

Certification

  • Class 1, 2, 4, 6. F.T.R.W

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lineman

Electrix
10.2004 - 01.2025
  • Class 1, 2, 4, 6. F.T.R.W

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