Do you know a lineman who you think is a great candidate for the next Hard Hat Hero? Recommend a hard hat hero Tara Buckley – HARD HAT HERO Tara Buckley from Chicago IL is a United States Air Force Vet and a recent graduate from Southeast Lineman Training Center in Trenton, Georgia. Tara served… Continue reading Tara Buckley- Hard Hat Hero
What Is an Arborist? An arborist is a professional in the practice of arboriculture and they are also known as tree surgeons, tree trimmers, or pruners. Arboriculture is the practice of trimming shrubs, and trees to protect powerlines, sidewalks, and roadways. Some arborists specialize in not only cutting dead or renegade branches from trees but… Continue reading What Does an Arborist Do?
National Lineman Appreciation Day April 18th is National Lineman Appreciation Day. Lineman Appreciation Day is a time to recognize and celebrate linemen and linewomen in the industry. Linework can be dated back to over 100 years ago with over 120,000 lineworkers in the US alone, these incredible workers deserve a day of praise. Linework is… Continue reading Lineman Appreciation Day | April 18th
What is a Lineman Belt? Lineman belts are used by workers who climb utility poles. Lineman belts allow linemen to lean back while working with both hands. Lineman belts support the lower back while keeping them secure while working on poles and structures. The body belts attach to pole-climbing straps, which tighten around the pole… Continue reading How to Select the Right Size Body Belt for Linemen?
Do you know a lineman who you think is a great candidate for the next Hard Hat Hero? recommend a hard hat hero Rob Wiggs – HARD HAT HERO Rob Wiggs is a former Journeyman and now one of the partners of Dynamic Utility Solutions located in Carol Stream, IL. As many linemen know the… Continue reading Rob Wiggs- Hard Hat Hero
What is a lineman? A lineman is responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of overhead and underground power lines that bring electrical current to homes and businesses providing them with electricity. A Lineman works in underground trenches and vaults, as well as overhead structures like powerlines, streetlights, transformers and more. A lineman works on… Continue reading How Much Does a Lineman Make?
