The Rodeo application process is now closed.
IBEW Local 1245 is sponsoring journeyman teams and apprentices to travel to Kansas for the 36th Annual International Lineman’s Rodeo and Expo, which will be held Oct. 16-20, 2019.
All IBEW Local 1245 Journeyman Linemen (Non-PG&E) who are members in good standing are eligible to apply. All IBEW Local 1245 Apprentice Linemen (non-PG&E) who have completed one full year of apprenticeship and are members in good standing are eligible to apply.
Local 1245 will send up to four journeyman teams and two apprentices.
The deadline for applications is Aug. 9. Qualified teams and apprentices will be selected on a first-come-first basis.
Participants will travel to Kansas City early on October 16th and return early on October 20th. The union will provide shirts, travel, lodging, meals and time-off from work.
Journeyman Events: Hurtman Rescue, Pole Climb, Two Journeyman Mystery Events
Apprentice Events: Apprentice Written Test, Hurtman Rescue, Pole Climb, Two Mystery Events
The Rodeo: Saturday, October 19
The Awards Banquet: Saturday evening, following Rodeo
The Rodeo Expo: October 17 & 18
Barbecue and Trade Night: October 18
The Rodeo Safety & Training Conference: October 17