Eric Bitzko
About Eric Bitzko
Eric Bitzko Director of Electric Utilities
Eric Bitzko serves as the Director of Electric Utilities. With over 15 years of experience as a Journeyman Lineman, Eric has capitalized on his extensive field knowledge to lead advancements in the industry. His role involves overseeing various aspects of electric utility operations and ensuring that modern technologies and best practices are employed to enhance utility services.
Eric Bitzko's Experience in Electric Utility Industry
Eric Bitzko boasts over 15 years of experience in the Electric Utility industry, beginning his career as a Journeyman Lineman. His hands-on experience and technical expertise have been instrumental in pioneering several techniques that are now widely adopted across the industry. Eric’s journey from lineman to his current director role underscores his deep-rooted knowledge and commitment to the field.
Founder of UAS Program at Largest Electric Cooperative in the U.S.
Eric Bitzko founded the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) program at the largest Electric Cooperative in the United States. This program is a testament to Eric’s forward-thinking approach, leveraging drone technology to enhance utility operations. The UAS program has been crucial for tasks like storm response, flying conductor pull lines, and building cyclic maintenance programs.
Eric Bitzko's Contributions to Homeland Security and Legislation
Eric Bitzko has represented the utility sector on Homeland Security Technology Committees, playing a key role in integrating advanced technologies for security and resilience in utility sectors. Additionally, he has actively contributed to the legislative process by working on multiple Texas House Bills related to the use of UAS, influencing policy to support technological advancements in the industry.
Consultancy and Engineering Innovations by Eric Bitzko
Eric Bitzko has consulted with various utilities to develop internal UAS programs, sharing his expertise and pioneering techniques. He has also been instrumental in incorporating Engineering and Operations to improve system resilience and reliability, demonstrating his ability to blend practical field experience with strategic oversight to achieve enhanced utility performance.