Cody Kramer
Meadville
Summary
Dynamic and self-motivated General Foreman with extensive experience at Dannela Line Services, excelling in building fiber optic networks and managing emergency storm damage responses. Proven expertise in pole climbing and rigging, coupled with strong leadership skills, ensures project success and safety compliance in high-pressure environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Self Employed
Kramers Construction
03.2021 - Current
- Private contractor for residential tree services
- Worked with many tree companies in meadville pa and surrounding areas as a privatier as well as my own business
- Lewis tree service. Armstrong tree servise. Nicoles tree service top notch tree service etc.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
General Foreman
Dannela Line Services
05.2019 - 03.2021
- Job included building fiber optic networks Ariel and underground. rebuilding/repairing copper lines. placing new and replacing old telephone and power poles. Often joint meets with local power companies. On call every other week for emergency/ storm damage
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and project timelines.
- Coordinated workforce schedules to optimize labor efficiency and resource allocation.
- Implemented quality control measures, reducing defects and enhancing project outcomes.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and promoting best practices in construction techniques.
General Foreman
Parkside Utilty Services
05.2017 - 05.2019
- Job included building fiber optic networks Ariel and underground. rebuilding/repairing copper lines. placing new and replacing old telephone and power poles. Often joint meets with local power companies. On call every other week for emergency/ storm damage
Tower Technician and Lineman
Henkels and Mccoy
03.2014 - 03.2017
- Oversaw installation and maintenance of communication towers, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Managed inventory of tools and equipment, ensuring availability for all work assignments.
- Assisted in rigging operations for safe hoisting of heavy equipment on towers during installation projects.
- Rigged towers, monopoles and rooftops to build new tower or collocate antenna on existing structure under FCC guidelines.
- Safely climbed towers up to 400 feet high for regular maintenance tasks, minimizing potential hazards onsite.
- Lifted equipment into position using cranes, rigging tools and gin poles.
- Bolted equipment into place using hand and power tools.
- Line work included building fiber optic networks Ariel and underground. rebuilding/repairing copper lines. placing new and replacing old telephone and power poles. Often joint meets with local power companies. On call every other week for emergency/ storm damage
General Laboror/ Communications Lineman
W.D. Wright Contracting Inc.
07.2011 - 03.2014
- First job out of high-school successfully received my CDL at the age of 18 started as a flagger and work my way up to lineman in 2 years
- Job included building fiber optic networks Ariel and underground. rebuilding/repairing copper lines. placing new and replacing old telephone and power poles. Often joint meets with local power companies. On call every other week for emergency/ storm damage
- Operated machinery and tools to complete various labor tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials, ensuring proper handling techniques were utilized.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to promote safety and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to meet project deadlines while adhering to safety regulations.
Education
High School Diploma - Diploma
Maplewood High School
Guys Mills, PA2011
Skills
Pole climbing
Running bucket trucks
Climbing at hights of up to 500 ft
Running pole setting trucks
Rigging
Tree trimming
Crane work
Certification
Tower construction and climbing safety certificate
Osha 10
Underground confined spaces certificate
Flagging and road safety certificate
Timeline
Self Employed
Kramers Construction
03.2021 - Current
General Foreman
Dannela Line Services
05.2019 - 03.2021
General Foreman
Parkside Utilty Services
05.2017 - 05.2019
Tower Technician and Lineman
Henkels and Mccoy
03.2014 - 03.2017
General Laboror/ Communications Lineman
W.D. Wright Contracting Inc.
07.2011 - 03.2014
High School Diploma - Diploma
Maplewood High School
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