It's a classic tale of rising through the ranks, and Brett Griffin of Edmond Electric is the protagonist in this real-life story of diligence and service. Griffin, who's now the distribution superintendent, began his journey with the organization as an apprentice in 1993. According to a story by the City of Edmond, he was initially tipped off to the opportunity by a friend and has never looked back since entering their recognized apprenticeship program.
Over the years, Griffin has become a testament to what it means to progress in a career while keeping community service at the core. "Linemen lead with the heart of a servant, always working to help someone in need whether it's in our community, or a community that's been affected by natural disaster," Griffin told the City of Edmond. His career has been underpin with thousands of hours of on-the-job training and a journeyman's license that set the foundation for his leadership roles within the company.
Griffin reflects on the early days, saying, “I progressed through the apprenticeship program and soaked up all the knowledge I could from the journeyman that I worked with.” The path from being the lead on a truck to a supervisor role was paved through determined work and a series of well-earned promotions. The hands-on experience and the drive to do a job well done propelled him up the linemen pole—a process of growth that he describes as not just a job, but a lifestyle. "Once a lineman, always a lineman," he proclaims in a statement that showcases both pride and dedication.
For Griffin and many like him, being a lineman extends beyond simple job description. It’s about making a tangible difference, providing essential services, supporting development, and restoring normalcy in times of disruption. He sums it up by saying, "It's something we take pride in, making the situation better than the way we found it."
