A day in the life of a lineman

In Northern Michigan, Whitney Amann from Tough Jobs spent some time learning what it takes to be a lineman. As she says, it’s a lot more difficult and complicated than simply “flicking a switch.”  

To show her what a day in the life of a lineman is like, a few linemen took Amann to their training ground and taught her a bit about all the safety equipment they need to use, had her do a few tasks, and even let her climb a few feet up a pole before showing her the “easy way up” in the form of a bucket truck. 

Despite the physically tough days on the job, complicated safety measures, regular continuing education, and odd hours in the worst possible weather conditions, the linemen Amann interviewed said that while the job is tough, they enjoy the challenge and being of service to their communities.

Source:

Amann, Whitney. “'Tough Jobs: Journeyman Lineman with Cherryland Electric Cooperative.” 9&10 News, https://www.9and10news.com/2022/02/03/tough-jobs-journeyman-lineman-with-cherryland-electric-cooperative/. Accessed 02 March 2022.