Career path

Linework

On the line, every day. Distribution and transmission linemen. Storm work pays the best in the trades.

Typical pay: $40–$80/hr

Sub-categories

4 roles

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Local power lines, pole replacement, and service drops.

High-voltage tower and substation line construction.

Emergency restoration and mutual assistance deployments.

CDL, climbing, and hot-stick training on the path to journeyman.