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Electrical Powerline Technology Support Specialist - Associate of Applied Science

Welcome to Pratt Community College, home to one of the nation’s most comprehensive Electrical Power Lineman Programs! 

Pratt offers a unique and unparalleled opportunity for aspiring linemen in the region. Starting each August, PCC provides attendance options across four several locations: Pratt, Coffeyville, Dodge City. Don’t miss out—apply now! 

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High Earning Potential: Graduates earn a high starting salary with an opportunity to increase it within five years.

Key Responsibilities:

  •  Warehouse & Stores
    Maintain gear, supplies, parts and storage for maintenance and/or repair of systems for a utility company.
  • System Control
    Oversee grid operations from a set of computer consoles within a control center. Communicate with field crews, general personnel, substation personnel, and other system operators within utility and with neighboring utilities.
  • Substation Technician
    Overall maintenance at a substation, to inspect, maintain, and monitor all equipment, including power converters, circuit breakers, and voltage transformers.
  • Underground System Crewman
    Install, maintain and repair Underground Residential Distribution (URD) systems using specialized equipment and tools. Many electrical distribution systems have been installed underground in recent years for protection from storms and aesthetic reasons.
  • Overhead System Groundman
    Assist linemen with construction and maintenance of power lines, working on the ground below the lines, prepping necessary materials and tools to other workers, such as conduit and cables.
  • Customer Service
    Talk to customers of utility companies about billing, outages, communicate with field crews and personnel, overall knowledge of system.

Degree Requirements