Honoring the lineworkers who power our communities and keep us online
Always Ready to Respond
When the lights go out, lineworkers are ready to answer the call, day or night, to safely restore power and broadband services to keep our communities moving forward.
Powering What Matters Most
They take pride in powering the places we call home.
A Commitment Worth Celebrating
Today and every day, we thank lineworkers for their service and commitment.
Lineworker Appreciation Day 2026
Lineworker Appreciation Day
April 13, 2026
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Independence Day Interrupted
See how OEC and OEC Fiber crews rebuilt 48 poles and six miles of electric and fiber lines after powerful July 4 storms hit Central Oklahoma.
The Quiet Standard | OEC News
Celebrating Joe Tarp’s retirement after more than three decades of service at Oklahoma Electric Cooperative and the lasting leadership legacy he leaves behind.
OEC Linemen Answer the Call | OEC News
OEC crews answered the call for mutual aid after spring storms, helping restore power and rebuild lines for neighboring electric cooperatives. See cooperative commitment in action.
Before the World Wakes | OEC News
Despite the many challenges, OEC’s lineworkers are committed to powering our local communities. During severe weather events that bring major power outages, lineworkers are among the first ones called.
Lighting a New Path | OEC News
Discover how Oklahoma Electric Cooperative linemen empowered a Guatemalan village with first-time electricity, bringing light, hope and opportunity to Jalapa.
The Power Behind Your Power | OEC News
Despite the many challenges, OEC’s lineworkers are committed to powering our local communities. During severe weather events that bring major power outages, lineworkers are among the first ones called.