Get an inside look at the real culture of linework in this episode of PowerGridTalks with host Thomas Williamson and special guest Kevin Robinson, founder of Linemen Bullshit. This conversation dives deep into the life of a lineman, from the jobsite to the online community, covering the grit, humor, brotherhood, and realities of working in the electrical utility industry.
Kevin shares how Linemen Bullshit became one of the most recognizable platforms in the trade, giving voice to linemen across the country. Together, we talk about what it really takes to succeed in linework, the importance of safety, lessons learned in the field, and how social media is shaping the next generation of linemen.
Whether you're a current lineman, apprentice, groundman, or someone considering line school, this episode delivers real-world insight into the electric utility industry, power line work, and the mindset required to thrive in this demanding career.
⚡ In this episode, you'll learn:
- The truth about life as a lineman
- How Linemen Bullshit built a massive following
- The importance of safety and accountability in the trade
- What new linemen need to know before entering the industry
- The brotherhood and culture behind keeping the power on
If you're serious about becoming a lineman or advancing your career in the utility industry, this is an episode you don't want to miss.
(2:06) - Kevin's Trade Origins
(8:03) - Birth of Lineman Bullshit
(18:10) - Leadership Everyone's Watching
(24:06) - Safety Theater and Liability
(30:17) - Job Briefings
(33:23) - Near Miss Reporting Culture
(38:46) - Production vs Safety Reality
(44:48) - Presence Over Position
(56:57) - Truthful Incident Learning
(1:00:32) - Why Safety Gets Weaponized
(1:06:06) - Training Leaders and Egos
(1:10:40) - Advice for Apprentices
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