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Electrical Linesworker (Lineman)

Constructing and maintaining overhead and underground power lines

Linesworkers install and repair high-voltage power cables, poles, and transformers to ensure reliable electricity supply. They often work at heights and in remote areas, using specialized equipment to handle live lines safely.

Key Benefits

Vital Infrastructure Role

Enables power distribution across cities and rural communities.

High-Risk, High-Reward

Skilled linesworkers earn strong wages due to the technical difficulty and danger involved.

Outdoor & Teamwork

Work in the field, collaborating with fellow crew members under varying conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

A Certificate III in ESI – Power Systems plus an electrical license, or distribution/transmission endorsements depending on roles.
Yes. High voltages, working at heights, and adverse weather can pose significant risks.
They often handle overhead and underground cabling, plus substation equipment for distribution networks.

Electrical Linesworker (Lineman)

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