National Lineman Appreciation Day
On April 18th we honor the hard work, innovation, grit and dedication of electrical line workers.
They are a brotherhood and a family. Essential to the work we do, they are always appreciated!
#lookuptolinemen
Irby Family of Linemen
Linemen are the heart of our industry, and the reason for Irby’s success.
We appreciate the sacrifices our linemen make and their dedication to getting the job done safely.
Irby’s Linemen are the core of the Irby family. In many cases, they really are family-cousins or brothers. If not bound by name, they are bound by the brotherhood of their work and their mission to keep each other safe. They begin each morning with a commitment to go home safe each night. Nonetheless, the job is a tall order and it is hazardous. So we must not only appreciate the linemen themselves but also their families for supporting them in their work at Irby.
Storm RESTORATION
Linemen are never more appreciated than when they restore the normalcy of power following a major storm.
This past year held another incredibly active storm season. Irby crews worked a number of winter storms and two named Hurricanes, in 12 states, for 12 customers, with over 210,153 total man-hours.
Our linemen’s dedication ensured that impacted communities were able to turn their lights back on.
Words from the Crew
Check out our People of Irby page for more testimonial videos, or our Youtube channel for our full library of videos about Irby.
Thank a lineman
Write a comment below to thank a lineman for all of their hard work.
107 entries.
wrote on April 18, 2019
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9:14 am
Thank you to all the linemen and linewomen for all you do! Stay safe out there.
Thank you to all the linemen and linewomen for all you do! Stay safe out there.... Collapse
wrote on April 17, 2019
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8:37 pm
I’ve been a lineman’s wife for nearly twenty years. It can be very hard on a family. When storms come through, he’s never home and the days are long. He loves what he’s does and loves teaching the new apprentice coming up. It’s a profession that not just anybody can do and I am so thankful to my husband and all lineman for their sacrifice to keep the lights on. So today, tomorrow and everyday, thank you for all you do! Be safe, so that you can get back to your families! *My husband is Richard Gray, working in Arkansas right now.
I’ve been a lineman’s wife for nearly twenty years. It can be very hard on a family. When storms come through, he’s never home and the days are long. He loves what he’s does and loves teaching the new apprentice coming up. It’s a profession that not just anybody can do and I am so thankful to my husband and all lineman for their sacrifice to keep the lights on. So today, tomorrow and everyday, thank you for all you do! Be safe, so that you can get back to your families! *My husband is Richard Gray, working in Arkansas right now.... Collapse
wrote on April 16, 2019
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8:30 pm
Thanks for all you do! We celebrate you every day!
Thanks for all you do! We celebrate you every day!... Collapse
wrote on April 18, 2018
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10:42 pm
Cheers to all the men and women in this noble profession. You are counted on to do the nearly impossible. When folks run from storms, you run towards them, when the weather or terrain seems impossible to navigate, no one gives up; with proper planning and commitment to safety, there is nothing that cannot be done. I worked for Irby Construction for 45 years and I was proud of the company that I worked for and the fine folks I worked with everyday. Reputations are earned not given. A company is only as good as its employees; there is no wonder why Irby is considered the best. I salute everyone of you for everything you do, day in and day... Read more
Cheers to all the men and women in this noble profession. You are counted on to do the nearly impossible. When folks run from storms, you run towards them, when the weather or terrain seems impossible to navigate, no one gives up; with proper planning and commitment to safety, there is nothing that cannot be done. I worked for Irby Construction for 45 years and I was proud of the company that I worked for and the fine folks I worked with everyday. Reputations are earned not given. A company is only as good as its employees; there is no wonder why Irby is considered the best. I salute everyone of you for everything you do, day in and day out! You all make a difference. Thank You... Collapse
wrote on April 18, 2018
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9:57 pm
Thank you linemen and linewomen for all yall do. As a Linewife married to Jeffery Chisholm. OUR families appreciate everything yall do.Always know everyone of yall is in our prayers. So again we thank you. BE SAFE, YOU ARE YOUR BROTHERS KEEPER.
Thank you linemen and linewomen for all yall do. As a Linewife married to Jeffery Chisholm. OUR families appreciate everything yall do.Always know everyone of yall is in our prayers. So again we thank you. BE SAFE, YOU ARE YOUR BROTHERS KEEPER.... Collapse
wrote on April 18, 2018
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5:30 pm
Linemen and women everywhere: I'd like to extend my thanks to all of you for the tremendous jobs you do. In the worst of conditions y'all never fail us. You're always there when needed despite rain, snow, sweltering temperatures, and freezing cold. You're the reason our lights come on. You're the reason our food doesn't spoil. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you do. YOU PEOPLE JUST ROCK !!!
Linemen and women everywhere: I'd like to extend my thanks to all of you for the tremendous jobs you do. In the worst of conditions y'all never fail us. You're always there when needed despite rain, snow, sweltering temperatures, and freezing cold. You're the reason our lights come on. You're the reason our food doesn't spoil. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you do. YOU PEOPLE JUST ROCK !!!... Collapse
wrote on April 18, 2018
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2:57 pm
Thanks for all that you do everyday. Stay safe and keep up the great work. We value each and every employee at Irby and want to make sure you know it.
Thanks for all that you do everyday. Stay safe and keep up the great work. We value each and every employee at Irby and want to make sure you know it.... Collapse
wrote on April 18, 2018
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2:49 pm
My son is 19 years old and just graduated in March from Northwest Lineman College in California. When we toured the college he knew without a doubt that this was the line of work he was made to do. With a lot of hard work, he graduated at the top of his class and hopes to start an apprenticeship as soon as possible. I have so much excitement for his future as I learn more and more about this industry. What a joy to explore your website this morning and realize its National Lineman Apprecaiton Day! THANK YOU for service!! THANK YOU for the safety measures you take as a company to protect our Lineman and bring them home safe... Read more
My son is 19 years old and just graduated in March from Northwest Lineman College in California. When we toured the college he knew without a doubt that this was the line of work he was made to do. With a lot of hard work, he graduated at the top of his class and hopes to start an apprenticeship as soon as possible. I have so much excitement for his future as I learn more and more about this industry. What a joy to explore your website this morning and realize its National Lineman Apprecaiton Day! THANK YOU for service!! THANK YOU for the safety measures you take as a company to protect our Lineman and bring them home safe to their families. As his mom, I hope he gets the opportunity with your company.... Collapse
wrote on April 18, 2018
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2:42 pm
All of us from Houston thank you! Happy Lineman Day!
All of us from Houston thank you! Happy Lineman Day!... Collapse
wrote on April 18, 2018
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2:38 pm
Thanks for all you do every day!!!
Thanks for all you do every day!!!... Collapse
wrote on April 18, 2018
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2:33 pm
Today, we appreciate the professionals in an incredibly dangerous but necessary profession. Thank you to the men and women who often work in challenging conditions to keep the lights on. Usually, lineman are only thought of when the power is out, but today we are reminded to #thankalineman. I would personally like to thank my brother, Travis Martin. He is a lineman on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and I could not be more proud of him!
Today, we appreciate the professionals in an incredibly dangerous but necessary profession. Thank you to the men and women who often work in challenging conditions to keep the lights on. Usually, lineman are only thought of when the power is out, but today we are reminded to #thankalineman.
I would personally like to thank my brother, Travis Martin. He is a lineman on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and I could not be more proud of him!... Collapse
wrote on April 18, 2018
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1:48 pm
Thanks for all that you do!
Thanks for all that you do!... Collapse
wrote on April 18, 2018
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1:25 pm
Thanks to all the hard working linemen and linewoman the world would be a dark place with out you.
Thanks to all the hard working linemen and linewoman the world would be a dark place with out you.... Collapse
wrote on April 18, 2018
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1:16 pm
Thank you all for all that you do!
Thank you all for all that you do!... Collapse
wrote on April 18, 2018
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1:12 pm
Special thank you to all of our lineman at Irby and across the industry.
Special thank you to all of our lineman at Irby and across the industry.... Collapse
wrote on April 18, 2018
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12:58 pm
You folks are the best. Proud of you all!!!
You folks are the best. Proud of you all!!!... Collapse
wrote on April 16, 2018
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8:51 pm
You guys are awesome! Thank you!
You guys are awesome! Thank you!... Collapse