Lineman at Utility Safety Training Service - Electric Lineman Apprent. Crs

Utility Safety Training Service – Electric Lineman Apprenticeship CRS in Council Grove, KS sponsors this non-union Lineman Apprenticeship, with a focus on developing skilled, safety-conscious electrical line workers for the utility industry. Apprentices are paid throughout the program and receive training that reflects the real conditions and demands of utility line work.

This four-year, time-based program encompasses 7,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Safety is a central theme throughout the curriculum, with apprentices learning safe work practices for energized lines, proper use of personal protective equipment, and compliance with OSHA and utility-specific standards. Training also covers installation and maintenance of overhead and underground electric systems, equipment operation, and line construction techniques. Classroom instruction reinforces electrical fundamentals, hazard recognition, and regulatory compliance.

Completions from this program earn journey-level lineman qualifications, readying graduates for roles in electric utilities, rural electric cooperatives, and electrical construction. The emphasis on safety training gives graduates a particularly strong foundation for working responsibly in high-risk utility environments.