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CrystalCreek
05-03-2009, 09:41 PM
Well, as many of you may know, I was trying to get into the local utility to be a linemen. I GOT IN!!!! The interview went well and they made an official offer. I have accepted it. I am tentatively starting on the Tuesday after Memorial Day. High poles and High Voltage....Here I come.




I would like to thank everyone on Lawnsite for all the help over the years. I would not be where I am today without your help. I have learned so much and enjoyed this site so much. I will still be a regular on here, as I would like to give back as much as you guys have given me. I still plan to keep a small portion of my business. Once your hands are green, your hooked for life. Thanks again, and Keep in touch.
Jared
FIRESCOOBY
05-03-2009, 11:26 PM
Congrats man. One of my best friends went to work with the local EMC the same time I got on with FD. He really likes it.
kipper
05-04-2009, 09:06 AM
Congrats !!! I have a guy that climbs for me when we do tree work who is a lineman and my stepbrother is a lineman. It is a serious job both physical and mental. I asked one time, "why do they wear a hard hat if they are in danger of falling?" the answer was " the hardhat has a strap on it and it is for when they get blwon out of the bucket" I though whoa man thats got to be rough !!! Good luck
Two Seasons
05-04-2009, 05:58 PM
Congrats Jared...you've got to be alright as you like the color orange in your equipment too!

And one other thing, don't get the nickname "Sparky".
KCfireman
05-04-2009, 05:59 PM
Awsome! Are you gonna be starting out as an apprentice?
CrystalCreek
05-04-2009, 07:00 PM
Congrats !!! I have a guy that climbs for me when we do tree work who is a lineman and my stepbrother is a lineman. It is a serious job both physical and mental. I asked one time, "why do they wear a hard hat if they are in danger of falling?" the answer was " the hardhat has a strap on it and it is for when they get blwon out of the bucket" I though whoa man thats got to be rough !!! Good luck

It is one hell of a tough job. That is what draws me to it. Not only is the money there, but it challenges you every day. Alot of my friends are linemen. Hopefully I wont be blown out of the bucket anytime soon.

Congrats Jared...you've got to be alright as you like the color orange in your equipment too!

And one other thing, don't get the nickname "Sparky".

HAHA. They say that everyone dances with the devil at least once. Besides...its only a few thousands volts. :dizzy::dizzy:

Awsome! Are you gonna be starting out as an apprentice?

Yes. But the pay steps progress pretty quickly.
DLAWNS
05-04-2009, 11:48 PM
I wish you the best of luck with the new job. Be sure to still get on here when you have time. When are ya comin' down to the shore. I'm pretty thirsty...lol.
CrystalCreek
05-05-2009, 10:23 PM
I wish you the best of luck with the new job. Be sure to still get on here when you have time. When are ya comin' down to the shore. I'm pretty thirsty...lol.

I will never forget lawnsite. Once I am setted in the new job, I will be making a few trips to the shore. I'll let you know when I'm coming.
mowerdude777
05-05-2009, 10:24 PM
Congrats I wish you great luck
Lawn Enforcer
05-05-2009, 10:45 PM
Good luck man!