Columbia City, IN – Northeastern REMC sent six employees to compete at Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo, held Aug. 22-23 in Danville. The two-day event showcased the skills and safety training of electric cooperative line workers. A total of 37 teams and 138 individuals from 28 Indiana electric cooperatives were among the competitors.
NREMC lineman Adam Neely placed 2nd overall in the Individual Journeyman events and 3rd place in the Journeyman Skill Climb Event. Neely also placed third, along with linemen Bryce Roy and Ethan DeWitt, who placed 3rd overall in the team competition.
The linemen competed in events that test skills such as pole climbing, hurt man rescue and safely changing electric line hardware.
The following linemen represented NREMC at the lineman rodeo:
• Ethan Dewitt, Journeyman Lineman
• Trevor Fries, Apprentice Lineman III
• Adam Hartman, Journeyman Lineman
• Devin Minier, Groundman I
• Adam Neely, Journeyman Lineman
• Bryce Roy, Groundman I
• Aaron Wilcoxson, Apprentice Lineman III
“The Lineman Rodeo puts our industry's best to the test, with events for apprentices, journeyman lineworkers, and teams showcasing the critical skills used daily in the field," said Eric Jung, CEO of Northeastern REMC. "Competition like this sharpens our skills and drives continuous improvement. These achievements highlight not only their individual talents but also reflect the training and safety culture we prioritize at Northeastern REMC.”
The Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo recognizes and rewards excellence in safety, skill and knowledge in the lineworker field. Official results from the 2024 Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo is available at the official lineman rodeo website.
Adam Neely, Bryce Roy, and Ethan DeWitt placed 3rd overall in the team competition.
Adam Neely placed 2nd overall in the Individual Journeyman events and 3rd place in the Journeyman Skill Climb Event