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Lineworker

Line installers and repairers install and maintain electrical power systems and telecommunications cables, including fiber optics. They work on transmission and distribution systems, often at great heights and in adverse weather conditions.

Median Pay$92,560National baseline
10-Yr Outlook+7%Projected growth
Education PathHigh school diploma + apprenticeship or on-the-job trainingEntry path
Sector CategoryElectricalIndustry sector
Role Overview

What does a Lineworker actually do?

Line installers and repairers install and maintain electrical power systems and telecommunications cables, including fiber optics. They work on transmission and distribution systems, often at great heights and in adverse weather conditions.

Career category: Electrical

Earning Overview

How much does a Lineworker make?

National compensation data provides a baseline benchmark. Actual pay varies by geographic location, experience level, overtime hours, and employer type.

National Median Annual PayNational occupational benchmark
$92,560 / year

Median wage represents the midpoint of national occupational data where half of workers earned more and half earned less.

* Note: Detailed entry-level and experienced percentile data is pending source verification.

Training & Regional Next Steps

How to Train & Qualify as a Lineworker

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Typical Time to Entry

Typical pathway: 3 to 4 years for electric utility apprenticeship, or 15 weeks for intensive climbing academy.

Training Economics

Paid on-the-job training is standard in utility apprenticeships. Dedicated lineworker academies charge tuition and tool fees.

Common Career Entry Route

Utility and contractor lineworkers enter via regional Joint Apprenticeship Training Trusts (NEAT, NWJATC, SELCAT, Mo-Valley) or by graduating from a certified pre-apprenticeship climbing school.

ApprenticeshipPrimary Path (Common)
Vocational / CollegeViable Alternative
Regulatory LandscapeVaries by State / City
Vocational Admissions & Training

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Workforce Pathways

Jobs & Apprenticeship Opportunities

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Working Environment

What is this career really like?

Key physical requirements, work conditions, and environment characteristics for this career.

Physical Demands
Very High

Active on-site work involving physical coordination, standing, and equipment handling.

Safety & Risk
Very High Risk

Work follows established safety practices and protective equipment standards.

Union Presence
Common in this trade

Union apprenticeship programs and structured collective agreements are active in this field.

Job Outlook

Job outlook & future demand

Projected employment growth published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

10-Year Projected Growth
+7%

Projected national occupational growth rate. Regional and local hiring demand may vary by market.

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