Lineworkers Rodeo, Symposium and Field Safety Training 2026

CARILEC’s Lineworkers Symposium and Rodeo is an event dedicated to enhancing the skills, safety, and professional development of Lineworkers across the Caribbean. This event brings together technical professionals for an exciting blend of competition, knowledge-sharing, and hands-on training designed to elevate industry standards and promote a culture of safety and excellence within the energy sector.

The Lineworkers Symposium and Rodeo is being held from April 24 – 26, 2026 in Dominica under the theme Skill. Strength. Safety.  

The 2026 theme, Skill. Strength. Safety., celebrates the enduring values that define Caribbean lineworkers and their vital contribution to regional energy resilience. This triad reflects the technical expertise required to navigate complex utility systems, the physical and mental fortitude demanded by the field, and the uncompromising commitment to safety that safeguards lives and infrastructure.

As lineworkers climb, connect, and restore under challenging conditions, this theme serves as a rallying call, honoring their precision, grit, and vigilance. It reinforces the event’s purpose: to showcase excellence, foster camaraderie, and elevate operational standards across the region’s utilities. CARILEC’s Lineworkers Rodeo also serves as a cornerstone of workforce development, sector pride, and regional collaboration. Through its continued stewardship, CARILEC ensures that this event not only celebrates skill and strength, but also cultivates a culture of safety, innovation, and unity among member utilities.

Whether in competition or collaboration, skill, strength, and safety are integral to the Caribbean lineworker legacy, and CARILEC’s commitment ensures that legacy continues to thrive.

This event is a must-attend for professionals looking to refine their skills, stay updated on industry best practices, and network with regional counterparts in a highly interactive and educational environment.

What to Expect?

Here’s why you should attend the Lineworkers Symposium and Rodeo:

• Learn best practices from experts in the field, and directly from the manufacturers of tools used everyday.
• Participate in hands-on field safety training and workshops designed to enhance safety protocols, emergency response, and operational efficiency in linework.
• Be a part of the symposium featuring industry experts discussing innovations in utility operations, safety standards, and the evolving role of lineworkers in resilient energy systems.
• Connect with Lineworkers from Utilities and Contracting Firms across the region
• Join in the friendly rivalry at the Lineworkers Rodeo.