On Aug. 21 and 22, a few Daviess-Martin County REMC linemen competed in the Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo, held in Danville. The two-day event showcased the skills and safety training of electric cooperative lineworkers.
Daviess-Martin County REMC sent five linemen to the state competition. The linemen competed in events that tested skills such as pole climbing, hurt man rescue, and safely changing electric line hardware. A total of 35 teams and 131 individuals from 26 Indiana electric cooperatives participated in this years event.
THE FOLLOWING LINEMEN REPRESENTED DAVIESS-MARTIN COUNTY REMC AT THE RODEO:
- Jarrett Arvin, who won first place in Apprentice Skill Climb and Apprentice Overall
- Nathan Albright
- Luke Emberton
- Dwain Jolliff
- Mitch Werner
Nathan Albright
Dwain Jolliff, Nathan Albright, Jarrett Arvin, and Luke Emberton (Not pictured: Mitch Werner)
Jarrett Arvin stands with his first place Apprentice Overall trophy.
