Electrical Linesman

An Electrical Linesman carries out work on overhead powerline systems. You might install new electrical poles, conductors and cables or inspect the condition of existing systems. Electrical Linesmen might perform repairs when necessary or conduct scheduled servicing. You might find faults or diagnose other problem issues.

Electrical Linesmen should be safety focused and able to follow correct procedures at all times. It’s important you can work as part of a team and communicate clearly with colleagues. Electrical Linesmen may work with drawings and specifications and will usually spend a lot of time outdoors.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $108,680
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a electrical linesman?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
UET30621

Certificate III in ESI - Distribution Overhead

Apprenticeship, On Campus
12 months
$0 - $7,670
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical Linesman Linesworker
UEE33020

Certificate III in Electrical Fitting

Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
36 - 48 months
$0 - $1,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
UET30521

Certificate III in ESI - Transmission Overhead

On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Linesworker Electrical Linesman
RIIHAN301E

Operate Elevating Work Platform

Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
1 - 4 days
$0 - $1,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
UETDRMP004

Perform Elevated Work Platform Controlled Descent Escape

On Campus, Traineeship
1 - 4 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
UETDRMP005

Perform Elevated Work Platform Rescue

On Campus, Traineeship
1 - 4 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
UEESS00133

Restricted - Disconnection/Reconnection of Fixed Wired Low Voltage Electrical Equipment

On Campus
7 days
$1,175
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
RIIRTM203E

Work as a Safety Observer/Spotter

Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
1 day
$0 - $395
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
UETDRMP001

Apply Access Authority Procedures to Work on or Near Electrical Apparatus

On Campus, Traineeship
1 - 4 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
UETDRMP013

Working on Energised Low Voltage Underground Electrical Apparatus

On Campus
1 - 4 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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