Power Line Workers maintain safety for both the public and electrical crews. Their responsibilities include installing, removing, maintaining, and repairing high-voltage and low-voltage distribution lines and associated equipment and facilities. A lineman will be knowledgeable of commercial truck driving, safety, electrical theory, climbing techniques, aerial framing, rigging, and utility service equipment.

Program Statistics

100% of 2017 graduates had multiple offers of employment before completing the program.
There will likely be at least 300 job openings in the near future.

Average Entry Level Salary
$15-$20 per hour

Salary Range

New workers generally start around $49,183. Normal pay for Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers is $75,914 per year, while highly experienced workers can earn as much as $102,492 (Source: lightcast.com).

 

Where Can I Live?

Jobs are available locally and throughout the United States.

For more information:

Contact Lisa Lowe at (276) 223-4717  or llowe@wcc.vbj4.com

Faculty & Staff

Lisa Lowe
Lisa Lowe
(276) 223-4717
llowe@wcc.vbj4.com
Mike Morrision
Mike Morrison
(276) 223-4116
mmorrison@wcc.vbj4.com