Electrical Power Lineman Programs
Electrical Power Lineman Programs
Welcome to Pratt Community College, home to one of the nation’s most comprehensive Electrical Power Lineman Programs! As one of only two programs in Kansas, Pratt offers a unique and unparalleled opportunity for aspiring linemen in the region. Starting each August, PCC provides attendance options across four locations: Pratt, Coffeyville, Wichita, Dodge City. Don’t miss out—apply by April 1st!
Program Highlights:
- Low Cost of Attendance: Affordable tuition ensures a quick return on investment.
- Fast Track to Success: Only 9 months on campus, followed by Occupational Work Experience classes for the next three semesters.
- High Earning Potential: Graduates earn an average of $55,000 in their first year and up to $100,000 within five years.
- Flexible Learning: For those aiming to earn their Certificate, it can be achieved in just 3 semesters: 2 semesters on campus and 1 semester working in the industry.
- For the full 2-year program, students are only required to be on campus for the first two semesters. The remaining three semesters are spent working in the industry through Occupational Work Experience classes.
Both EPT and EPTSS students will gain the skills needed to earn a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), setting them up for success in the electrical power industry.
EPTSS
Introducing the Electrical Power Technology Support Specialist (EPTSS) program, launched in Fall 2022! This ground-based program is perfect for students seeking career paths in the Electrical industry that exclude pole climbing. EPTSS students share many lecture classes with EPT linemen but will also engage in specialized labs and field experiences tailored to support specialists. Currently, the EPTSS program is exclusively available at our Pratt campus.
Power Lineman Career Statistics:
- Job Growth: Employment of electrical power-line installers and repairers is projected to grow 8% from 2023 to 2033, which is faster than the average for all occupations.
- Number of Jobs: There were approximately 123,400 jobs for electrical power-line installers and repairers in 2023
- Annual Openings: About 10,700 job openings are projected each year, on average, over the decade
- Gender Diversity: In 2025, there are an estimated 6,250 female line workers.
Power Industry Statistics:
- Electricity Generation: The U.S. generated approximately 4,116 billion kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity in 2023.
- Transmission Lines: The U.S. has over 450,000 miles of high-voltage transmission lines
- Utility Poles: There are an estimated 180 million utility poles across the United States
