Exciting news from Windsor, VA! This past week, twenty students from five Tidewater high schools had the opportunity to dive into the world of power sector line work at Community Electric Cooperative. The "Day in the Life of a Lineman" event attracted a record-high turnout, showcasing the vital role of line crews in our communities. Participating students from Gloucester, Smithfield, Windsor, Southampton in Courtland, and Western Branch in Chesapeake, and two homeschoolers got firsthand experience accompanying linemen in bucket trucks, climbing poles, and witnessing live line safety demonstrations. They also had insightful discussions with CEC's line workers, ODEC representatives, and Career Counselor Matt Dunn from Southside Virginia Community College. Such events often inspire attendees to pursue careers in the electric sector, with many opting for education at SVCC and subsequently joining a contractor, cooperative, or utility in the Tidewater area. The involvement of Old Dominion Electric Cooperative (ODEC) further enriched the session, aligning with their mission of information sharing and relationship building across distribution co-ops in the state. Kudos to the dedicated CEC line workers who shared their expertise and experiences, providing invaluable insights into the world of line work. You can catch a glimpse of their stories in a video on CEC's website: https://lnkd.in/eGQRRXrs Let's continue to inspire and empower the next generation of linemen! 💪 #LinemanTraining #CommunityEngagement #CEC
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5moIf you ever do this again....let me invite pirtsmouth