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sce took all work away from contractors.work will be back at home in June we hear.

I AM A LINEMEN AND I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO GET ON WITH CPL OR FPL FPC CALL. 256-381-3045..........THANK YOU.....

the linemam frome hell says hello to sylvia talk with you later ps send 10'000

my e-mail adress is tonpan_uk@hotmail.com or huskyman_uk@yahoo.co.uk thanks

huskymanYour welcome! Try Hydro One in April May through the CUSW Canadian Union of Skilled Workers web site. work is supposed to pick up soon, on both Distribution and transmission projects.Thanks to E-Lineman for the service provided re; this site. Snoopy

thanks snoopy,sent of resumes to the adverts.if you or anyone hear of vacancies for lineman in any country can you e-mail me at tonpanuk@hotmail.com or huskymanuk@yahoo.co.ukthanks.

All the J.L. are off the PG&E got Laidedoff Last Friday the 16th stay tuned

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canadians can do it best! we do all the hot work and we do all the ground work. play safe, ibew 4 ever

Lineman looking for work in CANADA, Have a look in the Govt. siteHRDC, Human Resources Development Canada, Look under Job Bank for employment etc. As well you will see Information on immigration work permits.I noticed a vacancy on the above site for Distribution lineman wanted in Alberta, CANADA for a contractor called Mc Gregor Construction. Sorry don't know much about them. Good luck in your Job search, Snoopy.

how is the california problem affecting lineman?

Hi , four British lineman here looking for work abroad. can any one help?.

Just found this site. It's Great! My husbands an apprentice in So. Cal. He's been trampin for year and 1/2. The boys (3 yrs. & 18 mos.) and I joined him about 6 months ago. Been looking for site for trampin wives to meet up but have found nothing. I'm in the process of putting one together myself on 20m.com but I would love some feedback from other wives. I love the poem Lineman Wife and would love to get in touch with that wife too. I didn't have a chance to read all the posts but noticed a few from some wives. You can post here or reach me at jlkgfam@hotmail.com.

Glad to hear that your stuff is almost all in order. Thanks for the kind words and to you and yours a safe and worth while journey to Florida. Watch out for the Gators!! :o) To all Canucks going south, the paperwork will be the toughest part of your experience so hang in there and all will be well. Remember to use the only tool you really have at all times, your Brain!!! Stay safe all.

Crazyjim, Good luck down south, thanks for responding. To the new Zealand Lineman(Greg) Looking for work in CANADA, Things are slow now but are to pick up in April,May for Hydro One, Ontario. try the web site CUSW,Canadian Union of Skilled Workers andIBEW local 353, Toronto Ontario, they are looking for a lineman with paper/lead splicing experience.Good Luck, Snoopy the Canadian Lineman

I am looking for CPA in California who is knowledgeable in the trade. I had a really good one but unfortunately she left and her replacement didn't even know we paid union dues. Anyone have any ideas?

The company I work for is merging with FPL. I work with Entergy, soon to be FPL. It looks like I will be going to Florida next Big storm!!

Hi Johnny. I went to FPL for my interview in late March of 2000. There is a lot of paper work to do, for you and the lawyers that are working for FPL. Hope this helps you,Derek.

Polekatt,Ijust read your posting that you could be heading to work in Floridaafter you have the interview in Montreal.How long have you been waiting?? Iwent down for the skills evaluation and interview last October and I'm curious as to how long this process takes

i heard fpl just settled their contract. does anyone have any info on how good or bad it is. i work in arizona and was thinking of going there. any info on the co.& contract would be welcomed.

lokking for good steel tip boots try whites or viberg but they will run you 300 or so.best out there hand made.and to my man who is going to fla.to work non union,ain't no such thing as good non union!!!!!IBEW brother

Hi Jimmy, heard you were south bound when I was in Rothesay 3 weeks ago. Didn't get a chance to talk to you though. Kenny C told me yesterday (Thursday) that you were done here and they were having a farewell party for you tonight. Anyway, I am almost complete the Immigration process to head south. All that is left is the interview in Montreal. Hope to be in Florida by the end of June or shortly there after. Good luck and best wishes Jim. Work safe down there. Maybe we will talk to each other on these lineman sites, who knows? polekatt (Derek Wakefield)

lineman from new zealand looking for work in Canada.Hot stick ,G&B,11 yrs.any contacts.thanks.Glenn. trekynz@hotmail.com

Well I am Virginia bound but I will have to say that I am a dual citizen and that more than anything got me my job as many employers will no longer sponser Canucks for a Working Visa or Resident Alien Visa. You will find that you have to get all your documents ready before you even apply, which is quite costly. I just cruised through the Lineman sites that post job offerings and sent out emails with resumes and cover letters. I hope this helps. I think the only company left that sponsers may and I do say may, is FP&L in Florida. Stay safe and use you Brain,the only true tool you can use all the time.

Crazyjim, Where and who are you going to work for? if you can provide me with a lead it would be much appreciated. Iam a Hydro One Lineman on and off for 24 years, looking for possible opportunities in the USA as well.

greetings...i would like to know if any company out there has a lineman who wears digital hearing aids...i am in need of the information so that i have a chance in electric distribution to get into the program...much appreciated..email me at bcsouffr@hotmail.com..with a subject header of elineman...thanksbrian

As for the boots, Royer make the best steel toe puncture proof boot period. Double shank soles and 10k pound crush resistant toe and they are factory tested for 10Kv. To the Brown guy talking about Canadians, man we are all just trying to amke a living doing what we all love best. I for one am a Canuck that is south bound to the middle east coast states and am very happy to do so. If you are worried about Canadians going to work in your area, maybe you haven't been working to your full potential. This is a great site and hope to see you all on here. Crossphase, hang in there bud, as I have busted up a knee and after getting it fixed up, it is just as good as new except that the cold and wet lets me know it is coming. Stay safe all and work with the best tool you possess, that is your Brain!!!Take care all,

can we all just get along

Welcome CanuksBeware of the slavemasters!Stay Union and stay SAFE!

im looking for helicopterwork

heading to so fla to work for pike best non union con. on the east coast .. be careful chat with later...

Do any lineman out there know how the contract talks at FPL are giong? Would like to hear about them if anyone knows something.Thanks guys. Work safe and go home to your family.

WELL HEADING TO MANASSA VA TO TEAR OUT A SUB JUST A WEEK THEY SAY, BUT WITH THE STORM THEY`RE FORECASTING WHO KNOWS.SO IF IT HITS KEEP YOUR RUBBERS ON GUYSNEVER CAN TELL WHATS AT THE OTHER END OF THAT WIRE. STAY SAFE

Come on guys lets try to keep it "somewhat" clean. We have all seen how these boards can get out of hand.

hey burn down brown- go be an asshole somewhere else you stupid mexican

all canadians need to go the f... back home.

Are there any other Canadian Lineman down in southern california looking for work?

hey hookman, i couldn't find a website, but i got a phone number for you, 1-800-567-7693 or (819)549-2100, try these numbers. the office is in quebec;canada. they should beable to send you a cataloge. let me know how you made out.

Does any body have any new rumors about calif.

Canuk:can you give me an email, website address for Royer boots. Jim

Thanks to all who replied. I just got another x-ray and seem to be coming along. Just slower than I hoped. If we have any big ice storms before I'm back in action, I think I'll cry!! I'll put hooks on my damn crutches if I have to! Well, work safe all...

hey, polecat there is a lineman boot made by ROYER, lots of guys wear them were i work.

Hello from Houston Texas Local #66. Would like some info if any companies are making ya wear steel toe boots with puncture proof soles. Company is starting to make us in April. Bad part no line boot is made that way except halls. They are about to make lots of maoney off of us! Yall stay safe brothers.

I work for a utility on the east coast. We are exempt from state license here. How do other utilities with journeyman certification, license their works with the state they work in? What are the requirements? please advise

yes the company i work for wonts u to take stand by on the weekend but we get 2hours overtime just for standing well got to go great page work safe everyone

I want to visit with some Scottish Power lineman! Any of them visit this site? huck22758@yahoo.com

PAY IN THE NW. FOR A JRY. LINEMAN IS NOW30.00 PLUS AN HOUR. THERE IS LOTS OF WORK, SO LET THE BIG DOGS LOOSE & PLAY IN OUR NORMAL LINE OF WORK AREA.

to all "good" squeeks hang inthere, you will make GRUNT SOME DAYI BEEN THERE

hey crew chief are you getting paid an allowance for standing by for call outs on weekends?

has anyone heard of using a chopper to replace 275kv etc. suspension insulators live as we have just finished aprox. 300 delta twrs in a fraction over 3 months. (single circuit,) and I was wondering if this was being done elsewhere (Im in Queensland. Australia).. good web site.Thanks

Hi everyone. I work for a market assessment firm, and we have someone with a technology that will cause guy wires to break away when struck by a vehicle. This will allow the utility pole to continue standing instead of being dragged down. My question is - Does anyone have any information at all, statistics, namely, on automobile accidents involving guy wires?? We are trying to gauge whether there is a need for something like this, but we are so far coming up empty-handed with any information. I would also like to find a site that explains exactly what guy wires do, and what happens if they are struck. Anyone who has any info. or suggestions, please contact me at danielle.duclos@seeport.com. Thanks very much!!

I had a crash like that,in'65.Mine was my left leg in the middle of my shin bone.In fact both bones were broke right off.They put in a rod from my knee to my ankle,down the middle of the shin bone.I was walking around in about two months.After 5 months I took a job driving truck to strengthen up my leg.After 2 mos. of that I went back to climbing.I never had any real problems,and I just retired last Aug.I wish you the best of luck,keep us posted on your progress.Eric

So nice to see so many linemen using this site. In answer to (wantabe) Electrician's question, yes, any extra shooling you can get is helpfull, but I'm sure you already know that. If you really want to be a wood walker, don't give up to soon. Check with a local union in your area, they should be able to help you. Everyone take care. Work it safe. Goody

I enjoy this site I hope it stays in this path. By safe

Just trying to find out if your company is demanding you you stand by the phone on week ends to answer call-ins ? seems to be a growing trend in the industry, what happened to the forty hour work week?

I am very instrested in getting in this field. Would it be easier to get an apprenticeship if I were to attend a lineman school? Any information would be very helpful. Thanks

HEY CROSSPHASE I KNOW THE FEELING, GOT RUN OVER BY A DOZER ON THE 2 OF JULY BROKE MY PELVIS IN EIGHT PLACES AND MY BACK IN TWO PLACES. THE DOC JUST RELEASED ME,BUT I SHATTERED MY ANKLE BOUT 6 YEARS AGO AND I STILL HAVE A LITTLE PROBLEM COMING DOWN POLES. TAKES A WHILE TO TRUST THE OLE JOINTS AGAIN LOL

Hello.I don't know who saw my ad and told Jeff about it, but i'd like to thank you.Jeff said you get on the internet alot so if you see this please e-mail me at kimb@cvtv.net.I'd just like to ask you a few question's.THANK'SJimmy

hii'm new here, how does this work?

Thanks for your help on the number but were looking for Utilitech the powerline construction company. We heard they may have been bought out by somebody. Don't know who.

UtiliTech, INC.Stabon Pond Plaza • 360 E. Wyomissing Ave., Mohnton PA 19540Phone: 610.777.3200 • Fax: 610.777.2699visit website at www.utilitech.com

My husband wants me to find the phone number for Utilitec (spelling??)Can anyone help? THANKS

I'm looking for information on aluminum I-7, porcelain, AB Chance, deadend insulator failures that anyone has witnessed or sites with first hand information. I've seen quite a few, there must be others. A documented near miss or injury would be a huge help.

Hello from local #474

I'm bored outta my skull. I've been out since 03JUL00 from a motorcycle accident. Some fine young "lady'turned in front of me. Dislocated hip, 2 breaks in my left shin, peeled foot. Then in December the steel rod they put in my leg broke! Anyway, I wonder if anyone else out there has had any similar injuries, and if so how does it affect your climbing ability? I expect to climb again, but wonder if it will suck as I get older. Work safe all and I'll be thinkin of ya while I'm sittin here when it's 10 below. I gotta have some bright side to this!

hello from local 702 west frankfort,il.

If you need to know about certain contractors. Call your nearest local and ask them for a tramp book"guide". They will direct you to any local in the U.S.A. Canada and other countries. Do the work.

Is anyone on this board from Middle or East Tn? If so, I am looking for info on Volunteer Electric. Thanks

AZ. hot in some places cold in others.A lot of people left TRICO near Tuscon for personal reasons. Check out powerlineman.com 2 mo. back TEP cold be bought out by APS in future. LOcal 387 and 769 hiring now! Hope you Pay dues.

Does anyone know if Volunteer Electric in East Tn. is Union or not? If so, what kind of place is it to work?

looking for j-- lineman and apprenticesin fl. e-mail ladylineman @ cs.comor call 561-321-3571

anyone know where there is ant overtime jobs breaking loose? take it easy brothersLATERSFACE

What kind of place is AZ. to work? Looking to relocate to Middle Tn. or Az.

SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY LOOKING FOR LINE HELP . A LOT OF JOBS OPEN .WORKING TIME.LOCAL 351 SOUTHERN JERSEY.

when is gpu&connective going to merge?

Is there anybody who knows a construction company who wants to hire experience lineman i usually work in the middle east and philippines as distribution/transmission lineman and have the knowledge of cable splicing i work from 13.8 to 500k.v 13yrs.in the middle east work there as a contract workerunderground transmission 34.5k.v rehab of power manholes.I came here incanada as immigrant but not a chance to get the job.Thanking You for any information that you may give me.contactme at hnahlen@yahoo.comRespectfully Yours,Hommer

THE WORK IS IN AZ.

where's the the work anybody seen the Z-man form 769 maybe Idaho now

I work in Crescent City, Ca. we are short 2 lineman Pacific Power is the utility. Anyone interested can call me or e-mail me @ mike.miller@pacificorp.com or call 707-465-7414. Crescent City is located on the Northern California coast 20 south of the Oregon border. Great fishing ocean and fresh water. It is a good place to live not to expensive. It rains a lot here more inches than Seattle but less often, 3 months in the winter pretty heavy. It does not get real hot or real cold. We have a real safe bunch of guys here we work more overhead than underground. We do not glove above 4kv hotstick everything else. We work 1 crew most of the time. We have 8 Journeyman lineman 2 of the 8 are serviceman/troubleshooters. We want some guys that want to come and stay in the area. I am not posting this for the company I am posting it for our work force. We need some good help. The company said they would let us help interview the next lineman they hire. Give me a call if interested. Mike

PS. no rats please

Plenty of work in AZ. Call 769 or 387

Saying Hello from Palm Springs Calif This is a great site for getting to know different people in our trade Well gotta go From a Troubleman from a troubled company. In Ca.

I just wanted to say hello to any of your Tramp Lineman I have run into over the years. I am originally from Tn. Have been in Ca. 17 years now, so that means I haven't tramped any in all those years. I settle down with a company called RMI Utilities Services. We are the utility service for the City Of Vernon, Ca. I am now out of Local 1245.

I am currently attending a lineman school in S.D. and want to find a good job anyplace in the U.S. for my wife and I to settle down with! I am 27 years old and worked as an Ironworker for 7 years, for the past 3-4 years i have wanted to get into the powerline trade, but was told i needed to know someone inside the trade. Well I did what i could, and I went to school. How does a guy hook up with an apprentice job? All I ever see are journey level jobs! Ant information please call me at 605 248-2411. Thanks, Shawn

wondering if there are any kiwis working away from home?

FP&L IS HAVING CONTRACT PROBLEMS AND THE SHIFTS ARE NOT SO GOOD + GOOD LUCK IN MIAMI

I'am work in Thailand. I'am looking to buy or trade spare part for lineman body belt Ex. D-ring, Locking Snsp Hooks,flat belt for Pole Strap made. I would like toknow Company ,supplyer or anyone.Thanksamorn.aum@clickTA.com

just new to site,just checking it out.