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you have to buy the books that they supply you john. i know it sux, but from here on til you top out your a$$, soul, livelihood and career is theirs. now you play by their rules, you are officially lower than whale poop. sorry brother, good luck in the program and i hope you make it. mail me for more support, simplemn7@yahoo.com

I JUST GOT HIRED ON TO THE MISSOURI VALLEY APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM AND AM LOOKING FOR THE BOOKS I NEED FOR THE CLASSES. JUST WONDERING IF ANYBODY KNOWS WHERE I CAN FIND THEM. THANKS.

I am a recruiter for Phelps Dodge Mining Company. There is currently a lineman position open in the south west of the United States. If anyone is interested please e-mail me at pdelectrician2@cox.net for further information. Thank you.

NOTICES TO ALL E-LINEMAN: OVH & UG, TERMS TO SPLICE, {ALL G&W's MUST BE REMOVED & REPLACED!!!!!!!}, IN THE NORTHEAST BLOWING UP LEFT AND RIGHT, IN PROV (4) THIS WEEK! COST TO REPLACE $5000 EACH, 1PH, (X 2) 3PH, [412 1PH SW's to 276 3PH SW's @ 630 RISERS IN PROV.] WORK BABY WORK!!!!!! RUBBER TREE's TO BLAST BLACKET MH's. BE SAFE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Don't waste your money and time on a Lineman School. Most of the guys that I have been around who have attended such schools, were lacking any real experience. Go to your local union hall and sign the books as a groundman and apply for the apprenticeship program. By far a better route to becoming a qualified lineman. . . Good luck Potential Brother. . .

I am a recruiter looking for an experienced lineman to apply for a position I'm trying to fill. It is in the Silver City, NM area. If anyone is interested please e-mail me at pdelectrician2@cox.net

im considering becoming a lineman, where is a good school with a reputable program? id like to stay in the northeast or midatlantic but im flexable, any recomendations. i want a aas. thanks

Hi lineys I have spent a number of years in Helicopter Live line in south Africa and now work as a linesman in austrlia.Looking to work in the USA helicopter live line if there is one. Please in anyone could give me more info it would be appreciated. email: bigboy1216@yahoo.com

Our there any lineman working now that our either hypoglycemic(low blood sugar) dieabetic,or have a pacemaker?

I was hit by a hit and run driver on the highway and lucky I survived, I have a steel rods in my leg and a smashed pelvis. I was in the hosptial for 2 weeks. Missouri valley called me while I was there, nothing like adding salt to the wound, I graduated from lineschool 5 months ago. Its been a lifetime dream to become a lineman. Do you think I still have a chance? Will they call again? The doctor said I will have a full recovery and I should be able to do everything again. Do You think I still have a shot? reply would be great

lineman drink ? that is unheard of!!

Happy Holidays, Brothers!! Work safe and drink lotz!!

Happy Holidays everybody....

I've posted before looking for my old drinking buddy, Peter Neff, who last time I heard was living in NY. If anyone or Peter sees this...let me know about his whereabouts.

just wondering if any of my friends from my home local happen to read this, i am far from home nowadays and wondering!

I am a lineman from Oklahoma looking to go to Iraq and build some powerlines if you have an info email me at folsom69_99@yahoo.com

I hope you can help me. I realize this is a lineman board but I'm having a really hard time finding any info relating to my problem. I moved to Missouri from Minnesota about nine years ago. I'm currently and electricians apprentice and am studying to take the journeyman's test here but Missouri doesn't have a state-wide test so taking it here in Springfield means it may not be recognized in KC or St. Louis. I plan on moving back to Minnesota soon and I'm trying to find out if Minnesota has a state-wide test and if I'm wasting my time trying to pass it here. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

working in texas want to work in colorado. any body know of anything. lukeappleford@sbcglobal.net

yeah, they can mount the transformers on poles that would more than likely be more of an eyesore than your padmount. the system you have is far better than that i'm assuming, unless you want lines all around your home and with that comes the risks of failure and storm damage.

Just curious if there are any viable alternatives to those ugly and intrusive above ground transformer boxes? Can they be constructed underground and/or is there some kind of more aesthetically pleasing alternative than these big green monsters? Just wondering - thanks!

Looking for work...traveling. Anyone want to share the info? Work safe, Bros.

Just wanted to let you know there is another place to get a Lineman's T-shirt, www.linemansapparel.com

Trying to decide on future course. How much does a PG&E journeyman lineman earn in Central California?

Hey Tex, thanks for the heads up on that 345kv job. Dammit Bro...its WINTER up there right now :). Work safe, Brother.

hey j.d., look into the duluth, mn. area, there is a big 345 line gettin put in, time job w/ per diem. m.j. is puttin the job in, i think that is local 160, i'm not sure, but there's your head's up on work brother. work safe.

Looking for work. Willing to travel. Local Union 611, Albuquerquie, NM Lineman's ticket. Have 10 1/2 years experience in distribution and 3 years transmission. Am able to operate all equipment in the field. Good physical condition...6'3" 245 lbs., hard working, intelligent and dependable. Have been traveling for three years and want to go where the money is presently. Phone #281 831-4436.

Lets all get out there and make our votes count!

contract votes

Internal Treason? Someone's going to lose! From: Concerned Brother Date: October 25, 2004 Time: 09:07 PM -0700 IBEW members, My Local has a problem and I was hoping to reach out to others who may have experienced the same. The President of my Local has charged my Business Manager. The charges are supposed misappropiation of funds. The intent of the Business Manager has been to improve the lot of our Hall. He has not profited from his actions nor caused harm to the IBEW. So the question arises, "What is the intent of the President? Sad state of affairs and I was just wondering if anybody has ever witnessed such treasoness action before? Rumor has it, the President had divulged this sick plan during the election campaign of our Local to a member that would admit this and take a polygraph if doubted. Does a Business Manager get removed by the International if he erred in procedure but his actions were nobel and the outcome benefitted the Local? Does a President get removed by the International if he fails to bring attention to the Business Manager any possible errors in procedure that he is aware of. Should he not explain his intent of why he is pressing charges when he could have cooperated with and not work in conflict with the Business Manager? (Constitution violation!) What about the witness to the Presidents' verbal premeditated plan! Would he have an opportunity to voice this to the International? My apologies Brothers. This situation has nothing to with your Local. The IBEW minuteman is down and I needed to reach out for support. We are trying to improve our Hall but there are obviously others who do not respect the wishes of the membership who voted overwhelmingly for our present Business Manager. If you have any ideas please share. Solidarity!

TO ROY BOY, (just read your letter in this site) You served myself and those who worked for me well. Thank you for your efforts in helping me better serve Local 1245. There are those who wonder what the heck happened to you, through some phone call's, I pertty much figured it out. I'll be by the house for that beer. I hear you are working here, but don't know for who, for I am busy myself. Stock some sierra nevada. I'll be by soon. The Capt.

Hi,I'm looking for imfor. &jobs in the States,green card or visa. Thirty years experience in linework.

Hi,I'm looking for imfor. &jobs in the States,green card or visa. Thirty years experience in linework.

Hi,I'm looking for imfor. &jobs in the States,green card or visa. Thirty years experience in linework.

Does anyone know how to prepare for the test for Lineman Assistant? Can't find anything and want to be prepared. Thanks alot

Looking for work in New Zealand, any info would be greatly appreciated.

can anyone tell me about APS Energy in Arizona . would they be a wise career move ?

looking for job info around the northern arizona areas. Flagstaff would be great. appreciate the help

Will be posting an ad seeking experineced Lineworkers who are interested in moving to Maine. Maine is a great state to live and work in. If you enjoy skiing, boating, fishing and hunting, this is paradise.

Try Local 769 in phoenix. They're in the book.

you both should get in touch with your local outside lineman union. a one year school might be worth it if they have a really good placement with a utility. There is no way you should spend two years in school to become an outside lineman. The union will pay you as you learn instead of you paying a school. Of course, there will be alot of travel involved so you have to be prepared for that with the union. this link below will help you find the union you might want to work for. good luck www.ibew.org

Looking for work. Have 10+ years in distribution and three years transmission. Willing to travel. Am able to run all heavy equipment of our trade. Phone # 281 331-3476.

hey reggie, are you still on the big job? How's ole jarvela holdin up under the pressure? if you'uns ever need me, you know how to get-a-hold of me. work safe brothers

I was just wondering if anyone knew anything about or had an opinion on the 2year lineman tech program at Utah valey state college. Is it worth it to spend 2 years ins chool? Is it a well respected program? Thanks for any help!

Does anyone know how I can get in touch with powerlineman in Arizona? I am not even sure where to start but if you have a staring point, I sure would appreciate any assistance. Thank you

I'm also looking for Peter Neff who used to live in State College PA. He was in the Army Reserves and was apprenticing to become a lineman. If anyone has any information on his location, that would be great.

if there are any other lineman that just worked the last hurricaine i would like to chat.. msg me through this website

i just left the BIG JOB in Duluth, Mn. 6 10's, with the possibility of 6 12's or 7 14's, (i saw about 10 light plants, so someone is gonna work late!) workin on Bluebirds with one side reconduct 138 kv and new construction 345 kv on the other side, local 160 is hurtin for people to man-up the job, M.J. has damn fine epuipment on the job, 30 a day for per diem, lots of decent motels all around. the job is gonna go from Duluth, Mn to Wasau, Wi. ALL YOU TRAMPS AND ROAD WHORES HIT THE BOOKS IN 160 if you want a good time job. work safe brothers

Looking for a suitable position in one of the above disiplines.age 55years.I am of a reasonable state of fitness and in good health. time served installation electrician, with good working knowledge of various building disciplines.Former H.M Forces(Army).I can be contacted at e-mail:jennishaw@fsmail.net

I'm currently with the ironworkers union looking for something with PG&E. Any advice???

lookin for special stuff for my guy rocky1722@shaw.ca

man am i tired..worked so hard never new it was possible...am workin in florida ..WOW. 16 hour days. spending 2 hours on a bus to reach our destination... somethings wrong here..should be at home drinking with the guys...instead miles from home..meating new guys..partys not the same.. FLP...awesome bunch...had fun...again..... sure...just not soon...

I also spent time in Florida, went through Charlie and Frances. had a good time, played really hard, hardly worked. a bunch of BS is what that job was, GRAVY, the only thing about florida that we werent all that used to was being on hooks for 16 hours a day. Other than that, we felt as if it were a joke. And if anyone reads this that works for FP&L....Get some friggin tree trimmers and get a maintenance crew togather...saves alot of trouble in the long run.

could someone define RAT for me....i have never heared the term used in 15 yrs of service.

hey there follow lineman my name is bill fodchuk i work for hydro one in canada. i work hard and play hard. i did a tour in florida man i never worked so hard.. what an experince. great guys all working together to make it real again. thats what we are for....Turning The Power On.....

I am currently in an IBEW app. program and would like to move to a different state that is not covered by this app. program-is there any way that I can still keep my credit and move to the other program that covers that particular state? If so what do I need to do-and can I keep my ticket where it's at?

If anyone has any good line construction photos, please send them to us for our HighLine Equipment 2005 calendar. Our address is HighLine Equipment 19020 SW Cipole Rd. Tualatin, OR 97062. You can also e-mail them to kellyt@highline.com If your photo makes it into the calendar, your name will be credited at the bottom of the photo.

Just read and interesting posting from National Grid empolyeee in UK. Many US National Grid union employees would like to hear from our Brother and Sister employees in the UK. The GRID has treated its US employees unfairly and IBEW LOCAL 97 is about to go on strike. The word is all US National Grid union workers will honor their strike.(Will not cross their picket line) Thank You for your posting of the Grid outsourcing your work in the UK. Sorry to hear only 150 National Grid lineman in the UK. Please keep us informed, and we will do like-wise.

hey jb, it really depends on where your'e gonna test at, but as a help it would do you good to be familiar with fractions, percentages, decimal places and your metric conversions. but to quote my mentor, Bobby Kendall, the only fuc*ing math you'll ever use on the line is figuring up your paycheck! good luck man

I'm taking the apprentice aptitude test in a few weeks and i'm not sure what i need to study. I have some algebra 1 stuff but I don't want to miss anything. If anyone has taken the test recently please let me know what I should study. I haven't taken an algebra course in 18 years.

National Grid in the uk now has less than 150 lineman.When people retire they are not replaced and most of its maintenance work has gone to contract, beware you have been warned

I am a 24 year old lineman from New Zealand with 5 years qualafied experience I am looking for a job in the USA any help would be Appriciated scott_m19@hotmail.com

09/03/04 THANK YOU FROM 1245 SOUTH TO ALL OF THE HANDS THAT HAVE WORKED OUT OF THE 1245 HALL SIMPLE WORDS CANNOT EXPRESS OUR GRATITUDE FOR YOUR KINDNESS AND ASTOUNDING GENEROSITY. WE ARE CONTINUALLY AMAZED BY THE SUPPORT YOU HAVE GIVEN US DURING THIS TIME OF DISPLACEMENT DUE TO THE JURISDICTIONAL UPHEAVAL DICTATED BY THE I.O. TO LOCAL 47. THANK YOU FOR THE PHONE CALLS AND WELL WISHES, THANK YOU FOR THE BEAUTIFUL PLANTS AND FLOWERS AND THANK YOU FOR SHARING PART OF YOUR LIVELIHOODS WITH US TO HELP US MOVE ON. WE WOULD ESPECIALLY LIKE TO THANK MARION AND GARY MC KEY WHO SPEARHEADED THIS CALL ON OUR BEHALF. WE WOULD ALSO LIKE TO SAY THANK YOU TO ALL OF THE PEOPLE AT OUR MAIN OFFICE IN VACAVILLE FOR BEING SO WONDERFUL, TO OUR REPS, YOU KNOW WE LOVE YOU AND TO PERRY ZIMMERMAN. HE HAS BEEN THE MOST THOUGHTFUL AND GENEROUS MAN TO WORK FOR. WE WILL MISS ALL OF YOU. GOD BLESS YOU, FOR YOU HAVE TRULY BLESSED US. SINCERELY, CORRINE MASCARENAS GINA KHALIL 1245 SOUTHERN DISPATCH

does anyone out there know about the book of the month club at missouri vally? if so, can you tell me how to get off of it. i have been on it now for about 9 months, will it ever end? i have crunk out two tests a month almost the entire time, what is up w/ the subcommitte?

thanx fer yer number. I will holla at you as soon as my cell phone is back in service. paid da bill too late. good to hear from you, i would love to check out da rodeo. never been to one. might make time to shoot up there. how bout some specifics on where it is at? thanx bro. J

mr. tucker thank you fer yer input. i heard getting a job wit pg&e is like pullin friggin' teeth, bro. but i got nuthin to lose, & i will give it a shot. in the meantime i been gruntin in so. cal. waitin and hopin to get back in jatc. but i cant wait ferever ya know? thanx agin. be safe.

How much does an average lineman make in Texas?

Jason, Give me a call at (916)732-6880. I am currently the supervisor in charge of the Distribution Services Safety and Training at SMUD. That includes taking care of the electrical trades apprenticeships from substations, network, cable splicers and last but never least linemen. Additionally, we (SMUD) will have a booth at the Lineman's rodeo, you can hunt me down there if your in that part of the country between Sept. 9-11. Take care, Max

Hey Josh. Don't bother applying to missouri valley apprenticeship if you are over 25. They'll take a teenage with no legs before they will take someone over 25 who actually gives a shit!!!!

to line god wannabe,have you applied at pg&e?,have you talked to a rep at ibew? i have been at pg&e for 19 years now and i would suggest you talk to someone in personnel.try the website too,it is www.pge.com. they are hiring linemen,32.00 hour,benefits.with your time you should be able to get in .give it a try. goodluck to you

We are still looking for lineman or full crews. Here in oklahoma.e-mail me at steverodtx@hotmail.com Steve

Go to your local union hall and challenge the test and ask to join in the apprecticeship or better yet, come to Phoenix, AZ and do the same. The books are clear right now and you step into this door and you might just fall in if you are seriuos and dedicated to hard work and safe working practices - UNION.

Yo Max!! I don't know if you remember me. I was a student of yours at NLC in '97. My name is Jason Clause. I am wondering where you are and what you are doing now. I really would love to talk to you. I need your help if at all possible! Here is a quick rundown of me: After graduating NLC, I worked rat for a couple of years. I worked fer beans and was treated like shit. I finally contacted some of my classmates that were in the JATC in Cali. I entered the Cal-NV Apprenticeship in mid '99. Since then, I have had my share of problems, which has forced me to put my apprenticeship on hold. Now I get back, and a year later, I am terminated from program, for reasons I wont go into online. I'm pretty pissed bcuz as a brotherhood I figured these guys would pick a brother up, not kick him in the teeth while he's down. I dunno what to do man. I am 6th step with over 7000 hours. I am lacking maybe bout 3 or 400 hours hot time. They said I could reapply, and I did,but I am not willing to start over. Who knows how long it will take or if they will even take me back. I consider myself a good hand, and my evals have been good, but they did not care about my performance in the trade. They were only concerned with my personal life. Any advice you can give would be much appreciated. Can I get on with a utility such as SMUD? Will they honor my hours? Can I go to another JATC jurisdiction without having to start over? If u will call me I can go into more detail. Besides, I don't have a computer. I am currently online at a library in Carlsbad. My access is limited. However I will check this message board tomorrow. This text goes for all linehands who may be able to help. I'm not a bad guy! Just made a couple mistakes. Willing to do what it takes to be a lineman! That's all I wanna do! I love this work! Refuse to go rat! I am union an proud! Please help! my cell # 951 313 3266 Thanx all my bruthas from otha muthas. be safe out there.

Can anyone offer advice for me to get started in the trade. I have just graduated lineschool-Midwest Skills its a 9 month program. I have applied to movally no luck there is a hiring freeze. I also sent out 50 resumes. Why is it so difficult for an apprentice to bust into the trade. I am willing to travel and relocate obviously. Plese reply or e mail at jkitto76@hotmail.com

looking to find out is health ins. as expensive at other co-ops .I work for a co-op in N.C. our health prem. for our family is almost 400 dollars a mounth for our family. Just checking.

Anyone out there work for CONECTIVE? Looking at lineman positions with them wondering how they are to work for and how is it in the MD.,VA. area? Is one area better than the other? Any info. would be greatly appreciated!!!!!

looking for info. on what happens to metal utility poles in a tornado.please send pictures and info to electricianlineman@yahoo.com.thankyou.

Does Florida need help? What union halls should I contact?

Here we go again, Niagra Mohawk a National Grid company located in N.Y. is currently in contract negotiations with IBEW 97. The union is in a battle to keep union jobs for outsourcing. The company plans to contract out much of the work done by members of local, as was done with their sister company in Massachusett. Since National Grids arrival in the US many union members have seen thier jobs eliminated as the Foreign Owned Holding Company earns record profits. We wish Local 97 the best of luck.

any outfits in massachusett looking for lineman?

It's been a blast this last 14 months Representing the members of the I.B.E.W. and I hate to see it come to such an abrupt halt, but that decision is beyond my control. For those who know me, I hope I served you well as your Rep. and for those who didn't, I hope we can pole buddy together one day and become friends, I have enjoyed this trade for 20 years, and am looking forward to putting in another 20. LONG LIVE LOCAL 1245 ROY BOY :)

I would like to know where to aquire Transformer Theory Certification. Any help will do. I worked in the service as a lineman for 6yrs. The current company I am seeking employment with require this certification plus other experience which I have all but the cert.

Hey guys im not a lineworker but more of a cook(hey we got a line too) anyways I saw a program on the discovery chanel abou you guys.I think its so incredible what you do.Im just currious about the work.Is there a book that serves as a lineworkers bible,the ultimatum of what you do?Just want to read it,pure curriosity. Thanks for responding,you guys keep it safe. Doug

Hi My name is steve.I work for a company called elliott.We are looking for some good lineman. the pay is great. if interested you can e-mail me at steverodtx@hotmail.com

I DON'T KNOW BUDDY, SEEMS TO ME LIKE YOUR IN A PICKLE. YOU NEED SOMETHING W/ AIRBRAKES AND A WEIGHT CLASS OVER 26 OR 29 THOUSAND LBS. AND A TRAILER THAT IS RATED FOR MORE THAN 8 OR 10 TONS. LIKE A BUCKET OR LINE TRUCK AND A POLE TRAILER, CALL YOUR LOCAL D.M.V AND FIND OUT IF YOU CAN SUBSTITUE THOSE PIECES OF EQUIPMENT. OTHER THAN THAT I DONT' KNOW HOW TO HELP

Does anyone know if Colorado Springs Utilities is union?Have any of you worked there? If so, what can you tell me about them? I've applied for a job there and I'd like to know a little more about them. My email is tteam@inreach.com

hey Zapper, I never said that it requires an emergency on their part...I have met lineman that have been doing this for over 20 years with only a class B-I need a class A to climb a pole and bank transformers? I'd be more than happy to get a class A if I could...no mule with a trailer means no class A. The outfit that I'm working with doesn't have a semi and no one around will rent to an individual. Bottom line, YOU TELL ME HOW TO GET A CLASS A!!!

ANYONE WHO FILLS OUT THE APPLICATION FOR AN APP. PROGRAM READS ON THERE THAT YOU NEED A FEW REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO EVER BEING CONSIDERED. I.E. HIGH SCHOOL (OR G.E.D.) DIPLOMA, DRIVER LICENSE (C.D.L. PREFERRED), CLEAN BILL OF HEALTH AND WILLINGNESS TO TRAVEL. YOU KNEW THAT YOU NEEDED A C.D.L. TO PULL TRAILERS JUST BECAUSE YOU DRUG YOUR FEET DOESN'T CONSTITUTE AN EMERGENCY ON THEIR PART!

can anyone tell me why some of the apprentiace programs require an apprentiace to get a CDL in so many days and then put them in a position where it is impossible for the feat to be accomplished?

everybody out there knows that there are good and bad hands on both sides of the fence...that goes w/o saying. for the union ape who got pissed that i said "white ticket", i'll say it again, if you meet the criteria and pass the halls examination then do it. just because someone does not go thru the jatc,(i did by the way) does not mean they don't know their ass from last tuesday. there are a many of union hands that make trivial mistakes that cost either themselves or the app's life. also, your not right in sayin that white tickets can only build and erect steel, if they show proof of hot hours and it can be verified by the b.a. then they can work anything they want, how do do you think so many people travel and work storms? white tickets drag an outfit and go to the hall of the damage area and clear out w/ the first contractor and go to work, after the storm they go back wherever they came from. i don't approve or like it, but it happens. bottom line to what i'm sayin is there are damn good hands that are non-union tryin to get into the halls, if we don't let em or don't try to recruit em then we as a whole will suffer. so whoever i piss off, i don't care, i'm lookin out for my halls future screw anybody who thinks that non-union hands can't teach an app. i myself have learned alot from a few damn good rats, now they are my brothers. work safe

I just read some of these messages and I could'nt believe it. I did my service in the Airforce and yes I did go to lineman school. when I finished my 11 years(medical discharge, I fell from a 45 footer and screewed my foot up) I went to work for John Ward, Utilities construction co, Charleston, South Carolina. I thought I knew the shit, he put me on the right track and today I own my safety and the lives of everyone that has ever worked for me to John. I now have 19 years in the business and(knock on wood) no burns or fatalities on any of my crews. EVER. I did look into Iraq and I found all of the job offerings. Did I forget to mention ? I am also an Army veteran (combat, Granada). If you think making all of the money is worth it, look around you and look at that child of yours or your brother or sisters. I've been there and done that. Let them build their own grid, they dont want us there as we dont need to be there. Also, listen to your supervisor, he may just be your last defense in this life. May God bless all of you as you persue our field of the limited and the few. Remember, we are the best of the best.

So you were in the Apprenticeship for a year and a half and now your ready to challange the test and be a journeyman Lineman? listen son, your apprenticeship really does not start until you top out, Your fuckin crazy if you think you ready...your like a guy going around saying he's a Marine, but he never went through boot camp... do your time like every other hard working Ape then claim the title. You may pass the test, but them crew boys will run you off faster than shit and make you feel like a dumb ass. but good luck, ill be lookin for ya.

I was just kinda scanning through and was reading some things that really bothered me. It scares the shit outa me hearing people talk about white tickets signing the books at the local hall as a Journeyman lineman like it's no big deal.. "challenge the test and go to work?" what the fuck kinda shit is that? If you attempt to do that you better have no doubt in your mind and heart that you can do all the work as a journeyman and keep the apprentice safe at all times. If your just lookin for a big paycheck and to go around at the bars and tell everybody your a journeyman lineman you better think again god dammit... Im not being an ass Im just frustrated. Apply for a Union apprenticeship and finish it out and proudly call yourself a journeyman Lineman. And as far as I know, White tickets can only build and erect steel, they cannot work distribution as a Journeyman Lineman, am I right?

About Iraq, My buddy is going over fairly soon, but the list of applicants is long. The term is 1 year, 1 month on one month off and USAF will fly you anywhere in the world for your time off but as soon as you enter the states your money is taxed. The deal is 250,000 tax free for 6 months work. I will try and get the name of the contractor.

thanks for the info. tex. i wanted to know where i could go to apprentice quickly(where the work is steady and not so much time on the books).