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APS Recognizes Crews Powering Arizona on National Lineworker Appreciation Day
On National Lineworker Appreciation Day, observed July 10, we’re recognizing the Arizona Public Service (APS) lineworkers who climb to great heights to keep the power flowing 24/7, 365 days a year. Our field employees maintain the energy grid and are ready to respond no matter the weather conditions or challenges they face.
From climbing 200-foot transmission towers and working as quickly and safely as possible after a monsoon storm to get the lights back on to strapping on snowshoes to trek through blizzards and repair power lines, APS lineworkers use their training and experience to keep Arizona running.
“It’s not uncommon for our lineworkers to leave their homes in the middle of the night to respond to an emergency or to be called away from family dinners or holidays with their loved ones,” said Mackenzie Rodgers, APS Vice President of Transmission and Distribution Operations. “The work can be tough and we’re grateful for the sacrifices our employees make and their commitment to deliver reliable energy to our customers.”
It takes a year-round effort to keep Arizona’s energy grid in top shape and ready for the demands of extreme heat, monsoon storms and wildfire risk. Our teams juggle proactive efforts with the day-to-day calls to make repairs and restore power when wayward items like Mylar balloons and trampolines blow into power lines or cars crash into power poles.
“APS crews are made up of talented craftworkers who have a real heart for the job and a genuine dedication to serving customers and communities. Their efforts are the backbone of our operations to provide the energy Arizonans count on to power their lives,” said Tony Tewelis, APS Senior Vice President of Transmission and Distribution Operations. “And we are proud to work with them not just on July 10, but all year long. We express our sincere thanks to our lineworkers, and all our employees who support them.”
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