THANK A LINEWORKER
Our linemen represent the very backbone of public power.
They work in the heat of summer, the bitter cold of Nebraska winters, in the middle of the night, on weekends, and during holidays. They climb poles in difficult conditions. They respond when storms roll through. They restore power when others are seeking shelter. They do it professionally, safely, and without hesitation.
What our communities often see is the bucket truck and the flashing lights. What they don’t always see is:
- The commitment to doing it right the first time
- The hours of training behind the scenes
- The safety protocols followed every single day
- The teamwork and trust required on every job
Safety remains our highest priority. The discipline, focus, and care you bring to your work protect not only yourselves, but your coworkers and the families waiting for you at home.
You are more than skilled technicians; you are guardians of reliability for Stanton County,”
Trever Turner, CEO and General Manager
To honor Stanton County Public Power’s lineworkers, we invite customers and community members to take a moment to thank a lineworker for the work they do! We have a worksheet that you can print for the kiddos to color. Please either bring them back to our office or email us a copy scppd@scppd.com.
We also have a form for the adults to fill out below for us to share with our linemen.
JOIN US AT ENERGY CAMP!
JULY 20-24, 2026
Youth Energy Leadership Camp
Camp Comeca in Cozad, Nebraska
LEARN LEADERSHIP SKILLS
Learn important leadership skills through small group and career development activities.
MAKE NEW FRIENDSHIPS
Youth Energy Leadership Camp is a great way to make lifelong friendships with students across Nebraska.
BE A LINEWORKER
Learn what it’s like to be an electric lineworker by climbing poles, riding in a bucket truck and more!
APPLY BY MAY 1ST
To be eligible for this year’s camp you must:
- be sponsored by a Nebraska Rural Electric Association member-system
- currently be in the 9th, 10th, or 11th grade
Attached is the flyer that must be filled out and submitted to our office if you are interested in applying. Please call our office for any further questions.
Inspection of Primary Underground Facilities
Stanton County Public Power District (SCPPD) will be conducting a
comprehensive inspection of its
primary underground facilities to ensure the continued reliability and safety of its electrical grid. These inspections are part of the district’s proactive maintenance program and are conducted annually, aimed at identifying potential issues before they affect service to our customers.
Underground power lines are a
crucial component of modern
electrical infrastructure. They offer protection from weather-related damage and improve the aesthetic quality of neighborhoods. However, these lines are also susceptible to various issues, such as corrosion,
cable wear, and rodent damage, which can cause outages or safety hazards if left unchecked. One of the most common hazards identified during the inspection process is the customers’ landscaping around the underground facilities.
Often, the landscaping buries the pad mount transformer or plants, and shrubbery prevents our linemen from being able to access the transformer or meter pedestal. A minimum of 10’ of clearance is required in front of all pad mount transformers and meter pedestals. A minimum of 5’ of
clearance is required around the
remaining sides.
To address these challenges,
SCPPD deploys linemen equipped with a thermal imaging camera that can detect problems that may not be visible to the naked eye. This
technology helps identify
overheating cables, faulty
connections, or deteriorating
insulation, which could potentially lead to power disruptions.
Inspections are scheduled to begin late winter/early spring.
The fuel tank is too close to the meter pedestal.
The customer added too much dirt, which buried underground equipment, and there is not enough clearance from the fencing to the equipment.
This is the warning sticker that is on the front of the pad mount transformers, which illustrates clearance requirements.
A shrub was planted directly in front of the transformer. A minimum of 10’ of clearance is required.
A mower hit and broke the fiberglass pad that the transformer sits on. This allows rodents to enter and potentially cause damage.
