Midwest Lineman’s Rodeo tests job skills critical to power delivery and restoration.
Pictured in the attached photo from L-R are: Oliver Huhta, Jesse Orr, Logan Pollei, Isaac Caudill, Jack Knier, Tyler Adrian, Andrew Reinhart, Josh Menefee, Jason Washburn, John Menefee, Collin Boschert, Matt Wallpe, Danny Steinman, TJ Lewis and Brett Lewis. Photo provided.
(Plainfield, Ind.) – Three area lineman teamed for a first-place finish at Duke Energy’s Midwest Lineman’s Rodeo.
The event in Plainfield was one of three regional lineman’s rodeos taking place this spring across Duke Energy’s service areas.
Competitors displayed their talent and skills of the company’s dedicated lineworkers. The contest tests job-related skills line technicians rely on daily to restore power, Categories included equipment repair, pole climbs and hurt man rescue. Events take place on de-energized equipment in a simulated environment.
Among the winners were Brett Lewis (Madison), TJ Lewis (Aurora) and Danny Steinman (Erlanger). The trio placed first in Journeyman teams overall awards.
They are among 15 Duke Energy lineworkers that will compete at the International Lineman’s Rodeo.
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