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Dawson explains here why he thinks its important for those wanting to become a lineman to look into school before hand. Jumping right into the game can get people hurt and he fully believes going to lineman training school before hand has not only helped him to be more successful but also safer on the job. #lineman #school #tradeschool #linelife #bluecollar

Noe tells John about how he got into the trades thinking he would just save money for college but then realized being a derrick hand is absolutely what he was meant to do! Being in Texas is hot but working with his hands in the mud on the drill rig means more to Noe than anything! Its not just about the money its about being "Blue Collar Blood Type"#drill #rigging #oilrigs #bluecollar

Dylan is so very lucky to be alive. After a drunken night he found himself trapped in his truck on fire. Managing to come across someone to help him on the open road he was taken to the hospital. Please dont drink and drive. Dylan is grateful to be alive and grateful for the passerby's who saved his life.

At 17 years old Parker was shot in the neck by a friend on accident. Parker walked himself into the ER on his own and not only is he alive to tell the story but he is still friends with the person who shot him. This episode is about gun safety and how parkers guardian angel saved his life. #safety #gunsafety #trauma #accident #surgery

Shout out to the companies that hire EXPERIENCED management! Aric here is a safety supervisor at a large company in Arizona. After years of hands on experience and admitting to cutting some dangerous corners himself... Over the years has found an enormous amount of respect for safety protocols and helping to ensure everyone makes it home safe at the end of the day! His story is absolutely one you wont want to miss and a reminder for those trying to climb the ladder "Practicing safety may get old but so do those who practice it". Our friend Aric is a strong leader that we look up to because of all of this experience! In order to point the finger we believe you should know how to get the job done! #safety #safetyfirst #bluecollar #construction

Mike who is a police officer has created a one of a kind apparel line raising awareness for the mental health of first responders. Incredible quality clothing for incredible people who dedicate their lives to our safety and well being. Shop at Deemed Fit 💪 Deemed Fit link: https: //deemedfit.co/?srsltid=AfmBOopYsPZKemPw8_F0mtA4lSoLS1hRRyzVr-12GOdZ_P5F1RwftMEc#firstresponders #mentalhealth #policedriftcardrivingsimulator

Austin was once a tower climber. But after being on the road over 200 days a year and wanting to settle down he switched over to the line life. So grateful for all of his knowledge in being a tower climber switching over to being a lineman is just as rewarding.#lineman #bluecollar #electricity #highvoltage

Jarrod is a Canadian Logger. Blue Collar runs deep in his family but explains how he's fortunate to be able to constantly find work being able to move around in companies. #loggers #logging #canada #bluecollar

Bebo is an incredible guy who has surely been through a hell of a ride. Nothing stops this guy! Check out where my Lucy- my service dog in training comes from! The man, the legend, behind this incredible dogs personality. Happy to call bebo and his family now life long friends!

Adam hasnt always been in the Blue Collar industry but has surely found his passion. HVAC sales has becoming a rewarding career for him. Helping an elderly woman raise money for a new system in south florida is something he is very proud of. All around great guy that John stumbled upon at the dog park! #bluecollar #hvac #mechanic #heat 🧠 John’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/johnarcingaheadapparel/🧠 John’s tik tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@johnarcingaheadapparel👕 Support Blue Collar Shop: Arcingaheadapparel: https://arcingaheadapparel.com/

Sitting in the airport waiting to get a job. This is the badass who is jumping out of helicopters as a Journey Lineman. Such an incredibly dangerous job. We have so much respect for kevin. Also being a Traumatic brain injury survivor after getting hurt just trying to have fun with his friends.#lineman #helicopter #podcast #bluecollar #electricity

Clay works at a sugar cane mill in Louisiana. Hes an operator. In his pare time he loves to hunt and take care of his kids. Blue Collar single dad!

This iron worker has a wild story of how he cut his fingers off at work and went back to work shortly after. Currently on paternity leave after the birth of his second child he is grateful the union offers this support for their workers and their families. https://www.instagram.com/johnarcingaheadapparel/🧠 John’s tik tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@johnarcingaheadapparel👕 Website: Arcingahead Blue Collar Apparel – Arcingahead™ Blue Collar Apparel Line

As an HVAC service manager we here can appreciate bobby getting his hands dirty too. Its certainty hot in Arizona and having been in the trade for 10 years he knows a lot. Much respect to his sobriety and putting his career first. If you're thinking about becoming sober don't miss this as this is the encouragement you need. 🧠 John's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnarcingaheadapparel/🧠 John’s tik tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@johnarcingaheadapparel👕 Website:Arcingahead Blue Collar Apparel – Arcingahead™ Blue Collar Apparel Line

Gavin got into under water diving at a young age. Passionate about chasing the dream and not the money is a prime example of how to chase success. He is working hard to gain his knowledge in the industry so one day he can own his own business.