Lineworker
A lineworker (lineman (American English), linesman (British English), powerline technician (PLT), or powerline worker) is a tradesperson who constructs and maintains electric power transmission, telecommunications lines (cable, internet and phone) and distribution lines.
A lineworker generally does outdoor installation and maintenance jobs. Those who install and maintain electrical wiring inside buildings are electricians.
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Matching Lineworker Colleges
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Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology
Four or more years; Public; $10,184 average out-state tuition; $4,574 average in-state tuition |
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Metropolitan Community College Area
At least 2 but less than 4 years; Public; $4,455 average out-state tuition; $2,970 average in-state tuition |
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State Technical College of Missouri
At least 2 but less than 4 years; Public; $11,370 average out-state tuition; $5,685 average in-state tuition |
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Texas State Technical College
At least 2 but less than 4 years; Public; $11,369 average out-state tuition; $6,950 average in-state tuition |
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Northeast Community College
At least 2 but less than 4 years; Public; $4,410 average out-state tuition; $3,150 average in-state tuition |
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Brookdale Community College
At least 2 but less than 4 years; Public; $8,355 average out-state tuition; $7,605 average in-state tuition |
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Alpena Community College
Four or more years; Public; $7,260 average out-state tuition; $7,260 average in-state tuition |
Scholarships for Lineworker Majors
NCK Tech Kansas Promise ScholarshipNorth Central Kansas Technical College |
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award Up to $20,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe NCK Tech Kansas Promise Scholarship is available to students at North Central Kansas Technical College. You must study nursing, automotive technology/collision technology, building construction, carpentry/cabinetmaking, diesel technology, electrical technology, heavy equipment operation, IT, pharmacy technician, plumbing, HVAC,... View Scholarship Details |
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Washington Award for Vocational Excellence (WAVE)Washington Student Achievement Council |
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award Up to $11,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Washington Award for Vocational Excellence (WAVE) is available to Washington students who are from vocational training backgrounds. WAVE recognizes graduating high school seniors and community and technical college students for outstanding performance in career and technical education (CTE) programs. Awards are based on occupational... View Scholarship Details |
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BrandSource x Foster Love ScholarshipFoster Love |
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award Up to $11,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe BrandSource x Foster Love Scholarship is available to current and former foster youth who are pursuing a trade certification at an accredited two-year public or nonprofit college or vocational-technical school. To be considered for this award, you must be a U.S. citizen who is between the ages of 17 and 25. Eligible programs of study... View Scholarship Details |
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ACI Foundation Fellowship ProgramAmerican Concrete Institute (ACI) |
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award Up to $15,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe ACI Foundation Fellowship Program is available to full- time undergraduate and graduate students who are pursuing studies related to the concrete industry. As a fellow, you will receive mentorship and an educational stipend for educational stipend for tuition, residence, books, and materials. Additionally, you will receive recognition in... View Scholarship Details |
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David M. Gardner Memorial Scholarship - WCCCColorado Mesa University, School of Applied Technology |
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award $6,400 |
deadline September 01, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe David M. Gardner Memorial Scholarship is available to full - time students at Western Colorado Community College. You must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be a graduate of a Mesa County high school to qualify for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Schneider Electric SkillPointe ScholarshipSkillPointe Foundation |
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award $5,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Schneider Electric SkillPointe Scholarship is available to students pursuing educational training related to building automation with a focus in Dallas, Texas and surrounding areas. View Scholarship Details |
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Schneider Electric Boston Area SkillPointe ScholarshipSkillPointe Foundation |
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award $5,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Schneider Electric SkillPointe Scholarship is available to students in the Building Energy Management Program at Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology in Boston, MA. View Scholarship Details |
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OTEC Lineman School ScholarshipOregon Trail Electric Co-op (OTEC) |
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award $5,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe OTEC Lineman School Scholarship is open to students looking to pursue a career as a lineman. You must be an OTEC member; or the spouse, relative, legal dependent of an OTEC member, have successfully held at least a part-time job, summer job, internship, or a regular volunteer position during the past year, and have held at least a 3.0 GPA... View Scholarship Details |
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AGC Graduate ScholarshipAssociated General Contractors Education and Research Foundation |
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award $3,750 |
deadline November 01, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe AGC Graduate Scholarship is available to graduate students pursuing a degree in construction or construction - related engineering. You must be enrolled in an ABET or ACCE - accredited program and be a U.S. citizen/permanent resident to be eligible for this renewable award. View Scholarship Details |
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Heritage Scholarship (COT) - University of Montana, Montana TechUniversity of Montana at Montana Tech |
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award $3,568 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Heritage Scholarship (COT) is open to entering students at the University of Montana, Montana Tech. You must demonstrate academic achievement and be majoring in a College of Technology program to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Lineworker Related Majors
- Electrician
- Construction Trades
- Building/Construction Site Management/Manager
- Building/Home/Construction Inspection/Inspector
- Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
- Building Construction Technology/Technician
- Plumbing Technology/Plumber
- Building/Property Maintenance
- Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection
- Painting/Painter and Wall Coverer
- Pipefitting/Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter
- Well Drilling/Driller
- Carpentry/Carpenter
- Metal Building Assembly/Assembler
- Concrete Finishing/Concrete Finisher
- Roofer
- Drywall Installation/Drywaller
- Carpet, Floor, and Tile Worker
- Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services
- Blasting/Blaster
