Behind the scenes - A day in the life of a lineman
You probably don't think much about your local power grid until the lights flicker out, but a day in the life of a lineman usually starts long before the sun comes up and often ends well after most people have gone to bed. It's a career built on grit, coffee, and a healthy respect for electricity that could easily end your life if you stop paying attention for even a second. While most of the world is hitting the snooze button, these folks are already at the yard, checking their rigs and preparing for whatever the day (or the weather) decides to throw at them. ...