Wallace Community College – Lineman Training Program

Wallace Community College – Lineman Training Program (Dothan, AL)

Program Information

Wallace Community College offers a Line Worker Training Program tailored to prepare students for careers in the electrical utility and powerline construction industries. This workforce development training provides foundational education and hands-on experience in the essential skills needed to pursue groundhand positions, utility support roles, and entry into formal lineman apprenticeships. The program balances classroom instruction with practical field work to ensure students understand both the theory and application of everyday lineworker tasks.

Students begin by learning core electrical concepts relevant to power distribution systems, including basic electricity, safe work practices, and jobsite hazard recognition. Instruction progresses to climbing fundamentals, rigging techniques, handline use, and other hands-on competencies that simulate real utility construction environments. Safety is emphasized throughout the curriculum with courses aligned to OSHA standards and utility industry expectations, making graduates strong candidates for employment with local contractors, cooperatives, and municipal or investor-owned utilities.

Wallace Community College also provides career development resources, including resume building, interview preparation, and job search assistance. These supports help students transition from training into paid positions and lay the groundwork for continued professional growth within the electrical construction trades. While not a registered apprenticeship itself, the program serves as a launch point for students aiming to enter more advanced lineman apprenticeships or utility workforce roles.

Program Length

• Lineman training course typically runs several weeks to a few months
• Includes a mix of classroom theory and hands-on field exercises
• Offered based on workforce demand and scheduled periodically throughout the year

Hands-On Training

Students gain practical experience in:

• Safe pole climbing and elevated work procedures
• Rigging and handline techniques used on utility jobsites
• Understanding utility materials, tools, and equipment
• Basic power distribution system knowledge
• OSHA safety compliance and jobsite readiness

Wages & Career Outlook

Graduates of Wallace’s lineman training are prepared for entry-level groundhand and support roles in the utility construction sector. In the Southeast, typical entry wages for these positions range between approximately $40,000 and $55,000 per year, with opportunities for wage growth as students transition into registered apprenticeships or secure utility employment. The work provides a solid foundation for those pursuing long-term careers in the electrical trade.

Program Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High School Diploma or GED (preferred)
• Physical readiness to work outdoors and perform climbing or rigging work
• Ability to handle physically demanding tasks and work at heights
• Completion of safety training and assessments

Additional Program Details

• Boots and tools: typically not included
• Housing: not provided
• Safety certifications and foundational instruction provided
• Career services and job connections where available

Career Opportunities

• Groundhand positions with utility contractors and cooperatives
• Preparation for registered lineman apprenticeships
• Entry into powerline support roles with municipal and investor-owned utilities
• Foundation for future advancement into journeyman lineworker roles

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