If you are looking for a career that involves working outdoors, Ameren Illinois may have what you are looking for. The utility is seeking linemen and women. They work in all kinds of weather conditions, so one must be physically fit.

Kevin Place is the director of Electric Training for Ameren Illinois and tells The Big Z a lineman will work in extreme heat and extreme cold.

Place - Ice Storm.mp3

If you would like to learn more about becoming a lineman, go to Ameren.com/careers . Training typically lasts 3 years and requires 6,000 hours of training.