Electrical & Power
Lineman jobs
Line workers build and repair overhead and underground power distribution and transmission lines, often during storm restoration.
- Typical US pay
- $55k–$130k /yr
- ≈ $26–$63/hr
- Open jobs
- 0
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- Also called
- lineworker, journeyman lineman, power line technician, apprentice lineman
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What does a lineman do?
- Climb poles and operate bucket trucks to string and splice lines
- Install transformers, insulators and switchgear
- Restore power after storms and outages
- Follow strict energized-work safety procedures
Key skills
- Pole climbing
- Bucket truck operation
- Rigging
- High-voltage safety
- CDL
How to become a lineman
Lineworker pre-apprenticeship school followed by a 3–4 year utility or contractor apprenticeship.
Licensing & certifications
CDL Class A usually required; journeyman lineworker card through apprenticeship.
Frequently asked questions
How much do linemen make?
Linemen in the US typically earn about $55k to $130k a year, depending on experience, location, specialty and union membership.
How do I become a lineman?
Lineworker pre-apprenticeship school followed by a 3–4 year utility or contractor apprenticeship.
Do linemen need a license?
CDL Class A usually required; journeyman lineworker card through apprenticeship.
What other job titles are there for linemen?
Common titles include lineworker, journeyman lineman, power line technician, apprentice lineman, groundman.
Pay ranges are approximate US figures for entry-level through experienced workers and vary by region, union status and specialty.