Safety, Storms, and the Rodeo: Lessons from Lineman Jason Novak, Founder of Climbin' For Kids
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Safety, Storms, and the Rodeo: Lessons from Lineman Jason Novak, Founder of Climbin' For Kids

We're bringing another of our early episodes to YouTube! In this episode of PowerGridTalks, host Thomas Williamson talks with veteran lineman Jason Novak about the lessons he’s learned from decades in the trade. From starting out having no idea what a lineman was, to becoming a respected foreman at Ameren Illinois and a long-time competitor in the International Lineman’s Rodeo, Jason shares the grit, discipline, and mindset required to thrive in one of the toughest industries.

Jason opens up about the evolution of safety practices, the realities of working through storms and outages, the camaraderie of rodeo competition, and the challenges of balancing career and family in a high-demand profession. He also highlights the importance of mentorship, knowledge-sharing, and leadership in shaping the next generation of linemen.

0:00 - Intro
0:59 - Jason's Industry Background
4:59 - A Day in the Life
8:20 - Mindset on Safety
9:49 - Outside vs. Inside
14:44 - Safety vs. Training
23:50 - Lineman Rodeo
31:00 - Climbin' for Kids
38:43 - Quick-Fire Questions

Learn more about Climbin' for Kids here: https://linktr.ee/climbin4kids?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafp__wr7cTqZQN5uMqmaeqHYKH5qqFIRay6hrvy4gl3Yi9DyK9L059biPqKoQ_aem_iGxYWJHxvtpRCHaXsTJccA
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