Electrical Line Technician
Explore on This Page
Job Titles & Career Info
Our Program
Why Choose Electrical Line Technician?
- Enjoy working outdoors instead of sitting at a desk all day
- Use special utilities & telecommunications equipment
- Work for the companies that maintain the power & telecommunications lines that keep our power going
Prepare for What You Will Do at Work
- Install, test & repair electric lines
- Inspect equipment to identify damage, problems, or defects
- Follow safety practice & procedures
- Climb poles or use bucket lifts to access electrical equipment
Marketable Skills You Will Learn
- Critical thinking
- Reasoning
- Communication
- Personal & social responsibility
- Teamwork
- Computer literacy
Before You Enroll, Think About:
- Electric line work includes some risk because linemen often work at great heights and with high-voltage electricity.
- When natural disasters cause extensive damage to electric lines, linemen must work quickly and in potentially inclement weather to repair lines and restore electricity.
- Line installers and repairers do physically demanding work.
- 3 skills or work style traits that will help you succeed in this field:
- Dependability
- Preference for practical, hands-on work
- Adaptability
- Experienced line workers can advance to more complex repair positions and become responsible for increasingly large portions of the network.
Need a boost to get ready for college?
Talk to your advisor about Developmental Studies if your TSI scores say you need some help in math or reading and writing.
Degrees & Certificates
Degree
Certificates
Level 1
Level 2
How Much Time & Money to Finish?
2024–2025 Academic Year
| Degree or Certificate | Program Title | Semester Credit Hours | Total Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | Electrical Line Technician | 60 | $4,440 |
| CRT1 | Ground Technician | 25 | $1,850 |
| CRT2 | Line Technician | 44 | $3,256 |
Notes:
- Tuition is based on in-state, in-county rates.
- Totals do not include textbooks and other materials.
Continuing Education Programs
Time commitments and fees vary depending on the course.
Earn More Choices & More Money
Transfer to a college or university to continue your studies. Earning a bachelor’s degree opens the door to promotion opportunities.
Next steps
- Talk to your advisor about planning for transfer
- Explore transfer schools
Start on Your Pathway!
- Apply to TCC
- Find out about financial aid
- Talk to an academic advisor
- Visit career services
- Request a transcript evaluation if you are transferring to TCC
Contact
Updated August 02, 2024