What Skills Does a Power Line Worker Need?

Power line workers install and repair the poles, electrical cables and other elements that make up the power grid. 

Linemen and women are essential to keeping electricity flowing to every home, office, hospital and school and they are often among the first responders for natural disasters and other emergencies. 

What are some of the skills and interests a power line worker should have to set them up for success? 

• Being Active: Power line work involves some physical activity and the use of tools like wire strippers and bolt cutters.
• Being Outside: Power line workers primarily work outside or in outdoor conditions.
• Climbing & Heights: Power line workers frequently work at heights.
• Computers & Technology: Power line workers work with technology frequently in their job.
• Detail-Oriented: Precision is important in power line work.
• Teamwork: Power line workers often work and collaborate with others on a team.
• Troubleshooting: Power line workers often need to troubleshoot to identify problems and find solutions.

To learn more about careers as a power line worker, check out our power line worker career page.