ADVANCED MANUFACTURING AND ENERGY
Utility Lineman
Lineworkers answer the call to power our nation every day by operating, maintaining, and constructing a safe and reliable electrical grid.
Salary Range Potential:
$70,000+ /YEAR
Education Required:
Community College or Technical Degree
Skills Needed:
Critical thinking, Mathematics, Dexterity, Quality control,
Types of Employers:
Construction, Utilities, Telecommunication
Job Description
A lineman is responsible for the installation, repair and maintenance of overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment. This includes work from power plants to the meters of customers homes. Demand for this type of work will never go "out of style" as long as folks use electricity. In fact, thanks to developments in the power industry, our contractors are seeing increased demand for their services - meaning they need more and more workers. With more than 500 line contractors in the organized electrical construction industry, you can be assured of meaningful, lifelong work with opportunities for advancement.
Training Opportunities
The Electric Lineworker non-credit training program is a one semester, 13-week program. Students receive specialized instruction in certification areas required by the electrical power industry. Upon completion, students are prepared for an entry-level position as an electrical power-line installer or repairer. The Lineworker Training Program will provide participants with transferable skills and experience for resumes. Participation in and completion of the program does not guarantee participants a job at Mississippi Power or another electric utility.
Pre-requisites required:Applicants must meet Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College admission requirements.
Length of Program:1 semester
Summary of Program Requirements:Applicants must meet Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College admission requirements.
Skills NeededCritical thinking, Mathematics, Dexterity, Quality Control, Attention to Detail, Communication skills, Troubleshooting skills
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
West Harrison County Center
Contact228-563-2220workforce@mgccc.edu
The Apprentice Electric Lineman program at George County Center is a one semester, 600 hour program. Students receive specialized instruction in certification areas required by the electrical power industry. Upon completion, students are prepared for an entry level position as an electrical power-line installer or repairer. By completing the 16 week program, students are eligible to receive an Undergraduate Certificate in Apprentice Electric Lineman.
Pre-requisites required:Applicants must meet Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College admission requirements.
Length of Program:1 semester
Summary of Program Requirements:Applicants must meet Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College admission requirements.
Skills NeededCritical thinking, Mathematics, Dexterity, Quality Control, Attention to Detail, Communication skills, Troubleshooting skills
The Utility Lineman pathway prepares individuals for jobs in the field of utility power transmission and distribution construction, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical power lines.
Pre-requisites required:Applicants must meet Pearl River Community College admission requirements.
Length of Program:1-2 semesters
Summary of Program Requirements:Applicants must meet Pearl River Community College admission requirements.
Skills NeededCritical thinking, Mathematics, Dexterity, Quality Control, Attention to Detail, Communication skills, Troubleshooting skills
The Utility Lineman Program is a 16-week certificate program designed to prepare the student for entry?level employment in the field of utility power transmission and distribution construction, troubleshooting, and repair. Along with being awarded a work-ready certificate in Utility Lineman, students will earn their OSHA 10, AHABLS-CPR, and forklifting certifications by the completion of all program requirements.
Pre-requisites required:Applicants must meet Meridian Community College admission requirements.
Length of Program:1 semester
Summary of Program Requirements:Applicants must meet Meridian Community College admission requirements.
Skills NeededCritical Thinking, Mathematics, Dexterity, Quality Control, Attention to Detail, Communication, Troubleshooting
