HPC Linemen participate in Linemen Rodeo

Multiple linemen from Hendricks Power competed at the Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo, held Aug. 24-25 in Danville. The two-day event showcased the skills and safety training of electric cooperative lineworkers. 
Hendricks Power was represented by two teams and an individual participant in the statewide competition. The linemen competed in events that test skills such as pole climbing, hurt man rescue and safely changing electric line hardware. A total of 28 teams and 102 individuals from 24 Indiana electric cooperatives competed in this year’s event.

The following linemen represented Hendricks Power at the rodeo:
•    John Gerbick, Apprentice Lineman
•    Wyatt Berlyn, First-Year Apprentice
•    Thomps Strout, Second-Year Apprentice
•    Eric George, Lineman
•    Tom Goode, Foreman
•    Taylor Long, Lineman
•    Kris Harmless, Line Superintendent

“We’re proud of the Hendricks Power linemen who competed in this year’s rodeo,” said Greg Ternet, CEO of Hendricks Power Cooperative. “Our linemen have a lot of pride in the work they do, and they demonstrated their skills and dedication to their craft.”
The Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo recognizes and rewards excellence in safety, skill, and knowledge in the lineworker field. Official results from the 2023 Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo are posted at
https://goiec.org/INLinemanRodeo