print this map. other bodies of water. The Gulf of Mexico covers a surface area of 579,153 sq miles (1.5 million sq km), and is measured 994 miles (1,600 km) west to east, and 559 miles (900 km) north to south.
Also referred to as: Lineman, Line Repairman Requirements and Responsibilities Constructs, maintains, and inspects transmission and distribution of electrical or power lines.
The salary range varies, but the median range of pay is approximately $49,000 per year. Aerial linemen perform duties similar to regular linemen but are facilitated by helicopters. As a helicopter lineman, you can expect to make between $49,000 and $57,000 per year, or a little over $27 per hour as of July 2011. The pay rate is similar for linemen who do not use aerial techniques for repairing wires but climb the poles instead. Many of the lineman positions are with larger companies, including utility companies.