PLAINFIELD — Duke Energy celebrates the power behind the power on National Lineworker Appreciation Day Sunday. The annual recognition spotlights lineworkers’ role in powering the lives of millions of people across the U.S.
Whether perched in a bucket or scaling a towering pole, their work ensures that electricity keeps flowing to power vital infrastructure from hospitals, schools and water treatment facilities to businesses, industries and our every day energy needs at home.
“While the view from the top of the pole may change each day, the essential service lineworkers provide has not,” said Scott Batson, senior vice president and chief distribution officer. “Powering our customers and communities is the most important job we have, and I am proud of the unwavering commitment of our lineworkers serving on the front lines throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, even when severe weather struck.”
Those who wish to honor lineworkers and their families are encouraged to use the hashtag #ThankALineworker on social media.
