Lineman - Pole climbing

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  @pampenchef7994 · 2 years ago (edited) · pinned

  I recently left my job of seven years as a culinary arts instructor and coach at a high school to run fiber.  The teaching profession had driven me to a point where I was borderline suicidal, I couldn't afford to live and support my kids.  My second day on the job we were in a low area after a week of rain and they asked me if I wanted to try and climb.  I said yes, put my gear on and I remember looking up the pole and asking God if it's his will give me the confidence to do this.  When I got to the neutral and hung my handline I took a second to breath and looked down and my heart was pounding.  Then I looked across the skyline and the sun came out and at that moment I knew I made the right choice.  I'm two months into this and your video helped me, Im just learning as I go.  Your never to old to learn something new.

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  @robertoswalt319 · 4 years ago

  As someone with a fear of heights, I got the heebie jeebies more than once watching this video. When I was in high school electronics our teacher had pole climbing gear that he would let us use when supervised. At around 30 feet my knees were shaking so bad it wasn't funny. I truly admire and respect linemen.

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  @TheLowTideBoyz · 4 years ago

  I really liked seeing the customer come out to thank you. Love to spread positivity in this world!

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  @edwardbaker1331 · 3 years ago

  I was a lineman 50 years ago. Our belts were junk compared to the newer systems. I did cut out once and fell 20 feet. I've had back trouble ever since. I'm glad the safety considerations are better now.

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  @theamerican7080 · 3 years ago

  The most comprehensive and sensible pole climbing lesson I've witnessed on or off the web.

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  @davej1794 · 3 years ago

  The senior linemen would often yell at the new guys, “ the company is paying for both Hands”.

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  @MultiMightyQuinn · 3 years ago

  Having watched several of your videos i gotta say watching somebody talk about something they are passionate about is always fascinating to watch.  You are obviously knowledgeable as you can explain things so simply but still understand the larger concept.  Thanks for bringing me along with you, and keep doing what you do.  It's really cool to see something I know so little about yet rely on daily.  Cheers!

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  @dvluper · 4 years ago

  I'm not a Lineman, but am hooked on this channel.

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  @Southpawwarrior48 · 2 years ago

  Thank you for your service. You all risk your lives so others can be comfortable. Thank you so much

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  @Flaccid_Morning_Wood · 4 years ago

  Love your videos. I just finished my apprenticeship and got my Journeyman Lineman ticket today 8/11/2022 IBEW Local 1393. I’ve watched all of your videos and I have to say, thank you. I’ve learned a lot and had a few a-ha moments. Keep doing what your doing. Your content is great for anyone either already working in or interested in line work. Best wishes. 👊 Best wishes from Indiana.

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  @dstarfire42 · 2 years ago

  You'd be an awesome on-the-job instructor. The way you're always talking about the safety measures and best practices and how you fit them into an actual work flow. It's not just how to be safe, or just how to do the job, it's 'how to get the job done without getting hurt'. That attitude gets you tons of respect. which comes in really handy when you have to remind somebody about working safe.

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  @hitekrednek66 · 4 years ago

  Nicely done sir! You guys are awesome! As a retired firefighter, I was always impressed with you guys and the wrecker folks. Yall are da heros in my book.

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