James Dixon

Safety-focused industrial and utility professional with hands-on experience supporting construction, maintenance, material handling, equipment operations, rigging, hoisting, and hazardous work environments. Experienced working around heavy equipment, suspended loads, energized systems, elevated work areas, and industrial materials while maintaining strict attention to safe work procedures. Skilled in job safety analysis, pre-job briefings, PPE compliance, fall protection, lockout/tagout awareness, line-of-fire awareness, material staging, cargo securement, hand and power tools, equipment inspections, housekeeping, and crew support.

Brings experience from electrical distribution, chemical manufacturing, transportation, manufacturing, and warehouse environments. Prepared to work extended shifts and rotational schedules while contributing to safe and efficient offshore drilling and production operations.

DISTRIBUTION LINE APPRENTICE — AP4 TO AP6 - SOUTHERN ELECTRIC - Mississippi, United States

(2025-04)

Provide hands-on field support to crews performing overhead distribution construction and maintenance in demanding outdoor environments.

• Assist with positioning, guiding, and controlling materials and equipment during lifting and installation activities.
• Use approved hand signals and two-way radio communication to coordinate movements between crew members and equipment operators.
• Support pole framing and setting, conductor handling, material staging, and preparation of tools and equipment for daily work.
• Work around cranes, heavy equipment, suspended loads, and elevated work areas while maintaining awareness of line-of-fire and pinch-point hazards.
• Perform pre-job checks of PPE, tools, and work areas and communicate unsafe conditions to supervisors.
• Follow job briefings, established work procedures, fall-protection requirements, and crew instructions throughout field operations.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas to reduce hazards and keep materials and equipment readily accessible.
• Adapt to extended outdoor work in heat, cold, rain, and changing field conditions while maintaining productivity.
• Assist crew members with physically demanding tasks and changing work priorities to keep operations moving safely and efficiently.

UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION GROUNDMAN - Underground Distribution Groundman - Canton, Mississippi

(2023-04 - 2024-07)

Provided ground-level support for underground utility crews during excavation, trenching, structure placement, equipment setup, and material handling activities.

• Prepared and staged tools, equipment, cable, conduit, and other materials required for daily crew operations.
• Assisted with positioning equipment and materials around active work areas while maintaining awareness of surrounding hazards.
• Worked around energized and de-energized electrical systems while following foreman direction and established safety procedures.
• Operated equipment used to support structure framing, wire installation, and service connection activities.
• Helped crews maintain an orderly worksite by moving materials, clearing work areas, and supporting end-of-shift cleanup.
• Communicated with crew members and supervisors to coordinate tasks and respond to changing field requirements.
• Performed physically demanding work in outdoor environments while maintaining safe work practices and productivity.

OPERATOR TECHNICIAN - Westlake Chemicals - Hazlehurst, Mississippi

(2021-01 - 2021-12)

Supported daily industrial operations by monitoring production equipment and vacuum chambers and reporting operating conditions.

• Inspected containers and liners before materials were packaged, labeled, and moved through the production process.
• Handled and packaged bulk materials while following established safety, quality, and storage requirements.
• Maintained clean work areas and ensured materials were properly handled and positioned.
• Worked around industrial equipment and chemical materials while maintaining situational awareness and following operating procedures.
• Recorded weights and production information accurately to support shift documentation and operational control.

OWNER OPERATOR - Strive Transport, LLC - Crystal Springs, Mississippi

(2019-03 - 2020-12)

Performed pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks and auxiliary equipment to identify safety and maintenance concerns.

• Secured loads using chains, binders, ropes, blocks, and covers to maintain cargo stability during transportation.
• Supported loading, unloading, positioning, and safe movement of freight and equipment.
• Performed routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment to support dependable operations.
• Managed changing schedules and delivery requirements while maintaining safe operating practices.
• Maintained accurate transportation and operational documentation.

OPERATIONS SUPPORT - Precoat Metals - Jackson, Mississippi

(2014-12 - 2019-03)

Supported material movement and production activities in a manufacturing environment with an emphasis on safe equipment operation.

• Inspected crane cables, hoists, hooks, and chains for visible defects and reported equipment concerns before use.
• Assisted with safe handling and movement of heavy materials within designated work areas.
• Weighed coils and accurately recorded production information using AS/400.
• Maintained clean, organized work areas in accordance with 5S standards.
• Followed established operating and safety procedures while supporting daily production requirements.

SELECTOR - Sysco - Jackson, Mississippi

(2006-05 - 2014-03)

Operated electric pallet jacks and forklifts to move, stage, and position materials safely and efficiently.

• Selected and prepared high-volume orders while maintaining accuracy and productivity requirements.
• Handled materials across dry, refrigerated, and freezer environments while following workplace safety procedures.
• Organized staging areas and kept workspaces clear to support efficient material movement.
• Worked effectively as part of a team in a physically demanding, fast-paced environment.

Electrical Lineman Training - Copiah-Lincoln Community College (2022-12)

Prerequisite Coursework / General Studies - Hinds Community College (2013-05)

High School Diploma - Crystal Springs High School (2004-05)