Electric cooperative lineworkers are our hometown heroes, first responders, and skilled professionals. They do what needs to be done to keep the electricity flowing to the families and businesses in our communities. The work they do, often in grueling and hazardous conditions, powers our lives.
Since 2013, Tideland EMC has annually participated in both national and state celebrations to honor these dedicated members of our own workforce on Lineworker Appreciation Day. In North Carolina, electric cooperative’s will officially observe that day on April 8.
Unoffically though, we celebrate them each and every day.
How can you show your support to our lineworkers?
- Wave or say hello! We live and work in the communities we serve, so the lineworkers that serve you are also your neighbors.
- Help keep them safe. Give them some space while they work. That’s especially true when you see a stopped utility vehicle. Slow down and move your vehicle over as you would do for other emergency personnel.
- Post a message. Use the hashtag #ThankALineworker on social media whenever you want to express your appreciation.
Join us in thanking our line crews for their service
Engelhard district: William Sawyer, Kane Cox, Joseph Gibbs, Joe Pugh, Bubba Calhoun, Phillip Sawyer
Grantsboro district: Caleb Banks, Michael Baldwin, Greg Bennett, Ben Fugate, Greg Morris, Timmy Ipock, Andrew Christie, Chris Rice
Ocracoke district: Donald Austin, Grant Jackson, Justin Boor
Pantego district: Rustin Reason, Trent Linton, Austin Roscoe, Matthew Neal, Jacob Hardison, Jonathan Lee, Michael Marslender, Jason Kitchen
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