National
How to Become a High-Voltage Lineworker
Learn what high-voltage lineworker professionals do, how to enter the field, and how the career can grow—plus current U.S. earning potential.
Texas Median Salary
$95,320
2026 EDITION
Time to Entry
10–16 weeks)
Total Investment
$8,000–$25,000
Employment #s
17280
Our Features
Every figure in this guide is dated and traced to the agency or survey it came from. Wage data: BLS OEWS May 2025 (released 15 May 2026).
Who It's For:
For people exploring high-voltage lineworker and ready-to-start candidates who want a clear, source-backed view of the work, the entry requirements, the time and cost involved, and the paths available after qualification.
What's in the Guide:
What the work involves, where the role fits, and what employers expect | A step-by-step entry roadmap covering education, regulation, credentials, exams, time, and cost | Career-specific skills and realities: Industry Training and Credentialing Bodies; Technical Standards Bodies | Current U.S. pay ranges and the factors that shape earning potential | A source-backed 90-day action plan
Earning Potential
Texas
$46,760 – $107,550
United States
$46,760 – $107,550
BLS OEWS May 2025 (released 15 May 2026)
Regulatory Authority
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Is a license required?
Varies
Credential
The License/Certification
Continuing Education
Examination
The Exam Curriculum
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Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation sets the standard that employers hire against.
Common Questions
Credential
