IBEW 1245 is pleased to sponsor up to four (4) non-PG&E* journeyman teams and two (2) non-PG&E* apprentices for the 2026 International Lineman Rodeo in Kansas City. View the details here.
Qualifying apprentices from any IBEW 1245 employer (including Outside Line contractors) are encouraged to apply.
The PG&E team has already been determined based on results from the 2026 IBEW 1245/PG&E West Coast Gas and Electric Rodeo.
Qualified teams and apprentices will be selected on a first-come-first basis.
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.
The non-PG&E teams and apprentices will be selected on a first-come-first-serve basis using our online application process utilized in the past. Please scroll down to find the appropriate web form (the apprentice form is below the journeyman team form). The PG&E teams and apprentices were determined by the results/rankings at the PG&E/IBEW 1245 West Coast Lineman’s Rodeo.
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.
The Rodeo: Saturday, October 17
Journeyman Events: Hurtman Rescue, Pole Climb, Two Journeyman Mystery Events
Apprentice Events: Apprentice Written Test, Hurtman Rescue, Pole Climb, Two Mystery Events
The Awards Banquet: Saturday evening, following Rodeo
The Rodeo Safety & Training Conference: October 14
The Rodeo Expo: October 15 & 16
Barbecue and Trade Night: October 16
Journeyman Lineman Team Application
Fill out this form to apply for the International Lineman's Rodeo.
Apprentice Application
Fill out this form to apply for the International Lineman's Rodeo.