LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY)– At the Public Power Lineworkers Rodeo, linemen from all across the country competed in a series of challenges that showcased their abilities and what they do on the job every day.

A total of 17 states competed in the rodeo, consisting of journeymen and apprentices on at least 200 different teams. Manger of CPS energy in San Antonio, Gilbert Brown, said while being a lineman can be dangerous for anyone, it can also be the greatest job in life.

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“If you are educated and you are trained and you use your safety, it’s one of the best jobs in the world,” Brown said.

Kenny Byron has worked with CPS energy in San Antonio for 16 years. He said he enjoys participating in the rodeo, because of the family he has made along the way.

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“It’s about fellowship, brotherhood, it’s just something I really enjoy doing,” Byron said.

Byron said he wants the citizens of Lafayette to see firsthand what it takes to keep communities powered and connected.

“I want their citizens to come see what all the linemen at other municipalities do all around the nation,” Byron said.

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