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Electrical Lineworker Training

Learn what electrical lineworkers do and how they do it: a semi-in-depth, practical course covering the role, vocabulary, common procedures, safety and career launch.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
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What you’ll learn in Electrical Lineworker training

A practical, general introduction to the electrical lineworker job: what the role involves, 15+ key terms, how to perform common tasks such as inspect rubber insulating gloves and hold a tailboard briefing, safety essentials and how to launch your career. Online, self-paced, about 12 hours, $109.99.

  • Tuition
    $109.99
    Volume pricing from 2 seats
  • Length
    12 hours
    10 modules
  • Format
    Online
    Self-paced, any device
  • Access
    12 months
    LMS access
  • Level
    Beginner
    To intermediate
  • You receive
    Certificate
    Of completion

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Explain what an electrical lineworker does day to day, where they work and how the role fits into the team
  • Use 15+ essential electrical lineworker terms correctly
  • Walk through inspect rubber insulating gloves, hold a tailboard briefing, and set up a safe work zone at a pole site step by step
  • Identify the tools, equipment and technology used on the job
  • Apply core safety, compliance and professional standards
  • Map your path into the field, including credentials such as Journeyman lineworker

Course syllabus

10 modules, about 12 hours in total.

MODULE 01Introduction to the Electrical Lineworker Role1 hr
  • What electrical lineworkers do and why the role matters
  • Where they work: settings, employers and teams
  • Pay, job outlook and the career ladder
  • Professional and ethical expectations
MODULE 02A Day on the Job45 min
  • A realistic shift, start to finish
  • Schedules, shifts and workload
  • Working with supervisors, coworkers and customers
  • The best and hardest parts of the job
MODULE 03Essential Electrical Lineworker Vocabulary1 hr 10 min
  • Key term: Distribution line
  • Key term: Transmission line
  • Key term: Primary and secondary
  • Key term: Transformer
  • Key term: Insulator
  • Plus 10 more terms with practice drills
MODULE 04Core Duties and Responsibilities1 hr 10 min
  • Install and maintain overhead and underground power lines
  • Climb poles and operate bucket trucks and digger derricks
  • Replace transformers, insulators, crossarms and conductors
  • Restore power after storms and emergencies
  • Follow switching orders and isolate and ground lines
MODULE 05Common Tasks, Step by Step2 hr 40 min
  • How to inspect rubber insulating gloves
  • How to hold a tailboard briefing
  • How to set up a safe work zone at a pole site
  • Common mistakes and how to avoid them
MODULE 06Tools, Equipment and Technology1 hr
  • Bucket trucks and digger derricks
  • Hot sticks and insulated tools
  • Rubber insulating gloves, sleeves and cover-up
  • Climbing gaffs and fall-restriction devices
  • Voltage detectors and personal protective grounds
MODULE 07Safety, Compliance and Professional Standards1 hr 25 min
  • Maintain minimum approach distances and use properly rated rubber goods
  • Treat all lines as energized until tested and grounded
  • Use fall protection when climbing and working aloft
  • Follow switching
MODULE 08Skills Employers Look For1 hr
  • Pole climbing
  • Bucket truck and digger derrick operation
  • Rigging and conductor work
  • Teamwork and trust
  • Calm under pressure
MODULE 09Launching Your Electrical Lineworker Career1 hr
  • Education and training pathways
  • Credential overview: Journeyman lineworker
  • Credential overview: CDL Class A
  • Resume and interview preparation
  • Your first 90 days on the job
MODULE 10Final Knowledge Check1 hr
  • Comprehensive practice exam with explanations
  • Certificate of completion on passing

Who this training is for

  • Students: find out what the electrical lineworker job is really like before choosing a program or major.
  • Career changers: test-drive the field and build vocabulary and confidence before investing in formal training.
  • New hires and employers: shorten ramp-up time with a consistent foundation for every new electrical lineworker.

Pricing

$109.99 per learner. Buying for a team? Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners.

SeatsDiscount
2 to 101% off
11 to 202% off
21 to 503% off
51 to 1005% off
101 to 2507% off
251 to 5008% off
501 to 1,00010% off

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Why train for this career

Electrical lineworkers install, maintain and repair the overhead and underground power lines that carry electricity from power plants to homes and businesses, often working at heights on energized equipment and restoring power after storms. BLS reports a median wage of $95,320 (May 2025) and about 10,900 openings per year. Read the full electrical lineworker career profile or see salary details.

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Electrical Lineworker training FAQ
How long is the Electrical Lineworker training?
About 12 hours, online, self-paced. You get 12 months of LMS access, so you can learn around work or school.
How much does the Electrical Lineworker training cost?
$109.99 per learner. Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners, up to 10% off for large groups.
Is the course online?
Yes. The course runs on our online learning platform (LMS). After you enroll, we email your login details.
Will this course make me a licensed or certified electrical lineworker?
No. This is a general career-preparation course. It does not by itself grant a state license, national certification or academic credit. It is designed to help you understand the job and prepare for the formal training, exams and interviews that follow.
Who is this course for?
Students exploring careers, adults changing careers, new hires who want a faster ramp-up, and employers onboarding electrical lineworkers.
How do I enroll?
Use the enrollment form on this page. It opens a pre-filled email to our team, and we reply with your payment link or invoice and your LMS access. You can also call 1-866-429-6742.
Do you offer group or employer pricing?
Volume pricing from 2 seats. Choose “My team or employees” on the form or visit our employer training page.
What do I receive when I finish?
Certificate of completion from Career Education Institute after you pass the final knowledge check.


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