
What does the career path for an overhead line worker look like?
2025-08-13The career path for a lineman is one of continuous growth and increasing responsibility.
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Apprentice Lineman: The starting point, where an individual learns the trade under the supervision of a journeyman. This stage typically lasts three to five years.
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Journeyman Lineman: After completing their apprenticeship, a journeyman is a fully qualified, independent worker with a high level of expertise in all aspects of the job.
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Specialized Roles: Many journeymen choose to specialize in areas like substation work, live-line maintenance, or underground cable work for which we offer dedicated tools and equipment.
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Leadership Roles: With experience, a lineman can advance to roles like foreman or crew supervisor, where they oversee a team and manage projects.