Who Can Be a Lineman?
Must be 18 years of age or older, have a High School Diploma/GED, have a valid Driver's License, and be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the job: adhere to safety practices and procedures such as checking equipment regularly and erecting barriers around work areas; test conductors according to electrical diagrams and specifications to identify corresponding conductors and to prevent incorrect connections; open switches or attach grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines or to facilitate repairs; climb poles or use truck-mounted buckets to access equipment; drive vehicles with tools and materials to job sites. Abilities include but are not limited to arm-hand steadiness, multilimb coordination, near vision, problem sensitivity, and oral comprehension.
*Individual program requirements may vary, such as pass a placement exam, posses a NM Commercial Driver's License (CDL), have reliable transportation, letters of reference, pass drug screening, pass a physical, etc. Contact the program directly to inquire about minimum requirements and the application process.