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Each April, we take time to pause and recognize the brave men and women who keep your lights on every single day – our lineworkers.
What makes lineworkers especially remarkable is that they aren’t just restoring power to a system – they’re restoring power to their own communities. They live here and raise their families here. They understand that electricity is more than a convenience; it’s essential to daily life, to local businesses, to schools, farms and emergency services. Powering the places we call home is personal to lineworkers.
Electric cooperatives like Choptank were built on the principle of neighbors helping neighbors, and our lineworkers embody that spirit every day. At times, serving our neighbors means going beyond our own service territory through a process known as mutual aid. During major outage events, Choptank crews travel to assist neighboring co-ops if our members all have power. This spirit of mutual aid strengthens all cooperatives and ultimately benefits the members we serve.
We understand any time the lights go out it can be frustrating, bringing everyday life to a halt. We are incredibly grateful to our members for your patience and encouragement during these times. Linework is demanding, physical, and at times, it can be dangerous. Our crews approach each job with a focus on safety and teamwork. They take pride in their craft and in the trust our members place in them.
On April 13, 2026, we will celebrate Lineworker Appreciation Day, but one day is hardly enough.
To our lineworkers: thank you for your hard work, your readiness and your unwavering commitment to the communities we serve. We are proud to stand behind you and grateful for all that you do.
-Mike Malandro, President & CEO, Choptank Electric Cooperative
