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Linemen (this is the term used even for women working in the field) are sometimes called lineworkers, power line technicians (PLTs), or a power line workers. They are the professionals to construct, rig, and maintain electrical power lines, distribution centers, fiber optic lines, and lines or cables for telegraph and television transmissions.
Linemen work outside almost exclusively, in all sorts of weather and conditions, including high level wire work on telephone poles and electrical towers. They are often working with “live” wires, running current. Their duties require acute observational skills, attention to detail, and extreme manual dexterity and physical strength for climbing and using special equipment. Linemen often work as part of a team, so communication skills are important.
In terms of education, linemen need a high school diploma or GED that includes at least a year of algebra, plus specific training and qualifications gained through certifications or professional official apprenticeships served under experienced senior linemen. Many linemen finish high school then get a two-year Associates technical degree while they work as an apprentice. Many trade schools and community colleges offer specific training and certificates for linemen, though it is important to make sure that the program offers training regarding electrical distribution theory as well as hands-on practical labs. Many people finish high school and get a jump-start on lineman training by working for a local contractor in hopes of being apprenticed.
Apprenticeship qualifications (http://www.electricaltrainingalliance.org/training/apprenticeshipTraining) include a year of high school algebra, successfully passing a drug test, and qualifying score on an aptitude test. The IBEW, the official trade organization for linemen, offers information about training including locations with approved training and information about colleges offering approved two year associates degrees and four year bachelors degrees designed to prepare students for future jobs as linemen.
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How much does a electrical lineman make?
Not enough for what we are asked to do
Why do you want to learn electrical engineering?
To become electrical engineer
What is another word for electrician that has a m in it?
lineman
What personality traits are needed to become an electrical engineer?
nothing
What causes electrical explosions?
The causes of the electrical explosions is if the voltage of the electricity come down below 110 volts or become higher than 120 volts, it will explodes so you have to use an transformer into it.
How much does a electrical lineman make?
Not enough for what we are asked to do
What three stooges episode was curly an electrical lineman?
"They Stooge to Conga" ~ see related link below .
When was Wichita Lineman created?
Wichita Lineman was created in 1968-10.
Which offensive lineman won the Heisman Trophy?
One lineman was Leon Hart
When was Tom Lineman born?
Tom Lineman was born on 1991-09-21.
When was Northwest Lineman College created?
Northwest Lineman College was created in 1993.
Definition for residential school?
Electricians can be lineman or wiremen, wiremen can be broken down into three main groups - residential, commercial, or industrial. A residential electrical school would teach people to become a residential wireman. They would then be able to work on the electrical systems of homes, but not the other two. Some schools will teach you all three groups, so you have more job opportunities.
Why do you want to learn electrical engineering?
To become electrical engineer
When was Wichita Lineman - album - created?
Wichita Lineman - album - was created in 1968-11.
What is the song 'Wichita Lineman' about?
A lineman in Wichita, KS. A lineman is a worker for an electrical utility company that sets up and repair the electric transmission lines, they can be in the ground but most often they are overhead strung from pole to pole. It can be a very dangerous job since they are working with electricity flowing in the electric lines. In the song the lyric goes something like, "I need a vacation, but it does not look like rain" this is because it is to dangerous to work on the electric lines during rain, since rainwater conducts electricity, so most lineman work is suspended until it stops raining.
What is an offensive lineman?
In the game of American football, an offensive lineman is a player who is primarily responsible for blocking.
When was The Lineman - The Twilight Zone - created?
The Lineman - The Twilight Zone - was created on 2002-10-23.
