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Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers

SOC 49-9051.00Job Zone 2 · Some Preparationv.26.05

Context coveredThis framework covers the installation, maintenance, repair, and emergency restoration of electrical power distribution and transmission systems by field-based lineworkers operating from ground level, utility poles, and aerial buckets in residential, commercial, and utility-corridor environments.

Sources:O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.SkillsCrosswalkSkillsCrosswalk — O*NET enrichment + adjacency index. Opens in new tab.
Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Safety practices and equipment checks — perform under direct supervision before beginning work at a field job site.
  2. Work-site barriers and hazard markers — erect and position following standard protocols on active distribution corridors.
  3. Service vehicles loaded with tools and materials — drive to assigned job sites under dispatcher guidance and crew direction.
  4. Grounding devices and safety switches — attach to de-energized lines under close supervision to remove electrical hazards.
  5. Utility poles and truck-mounted buckets — climb or operate with a qualified lineman present during initial field rotations.
  6. Basic hand tools and conduit components — identify and handle correctly while assisting experienced crew on installation tasks.
  7. Power-line testing instruments — read and record outputs under direct instruction during routine line inspections.
  8. Work assignment details and crew instructions — receive, confirm, and follow to coordinate task preparation with team members.
  9. Damaged or downed-pole situations — recognize and report hazards immediately to the crew lead on a distribution job site.
  10. Safety checklists and equipment logs — complete accurately using standard forms after each field task under trainer review.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Electrical distribution conduits, cables, and wires — install and connect with reduced oversight on residential and commercial service routes.
  2. Transformers, circuit breakers, and switches — maintain and replace as part of scheduled maintenance cycles on distribution systems.
  3. Power-line testing and reading instruments — apply independently to inspect energized and de-energized lines and identify common faults.
  4. Grounding procedures and switch operations — execute correctly to safely isolate sections of transmission systems during repair work.
  5. Truck-mounted aerial buckets — operate with confidence to access elevated equipment on active distribution and transmission corridors.
  6. Routine troubleshooting of line faults — perform using deductive reasoning and field observations on familiar distribution network segments.
  7. Crew coordination and task sequencing — manage own role and communicate progress with co-workers to complete multi-person assignments efficiently.
  8. Damaged utility poles — assess structural condition and assist in straightening or replacement operations using rigging and equipment.
  9. Inventory management and work-order software — use to log materials consumed and update job status after field completion.
  10. Quality control checks on completed installations — conduct against specification standards before energizing restored distribution circuits.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Full-scope installation and repair of distribution and transmission systems — execute autonomously across varied terrain, weather, and network configurations.
  2. Non-routine line faults and complex electrical failures — diagnose and resolve using systematic troubleshooting on high-voltage transmission infrastructure.
  3. Transformers, circuit breakers, and auxiliary switching equipment — calibrate, test, and commission independently after major storm or equipment failure events.
  4. Energized-line work and switching sequences — plan and carry out safely, applying advanced judgment on live distribution networks.
  5. Aerial and climbing operations in challenging conditions — perform with precision and arm-hand steadiness at height on transmission structures.
  6. Pole replacement and structural rehabilitation — lead the mechanical and rigging operations required to restore damaged distribution infrastructure.
  7. GIS and mobile location-based service tools — use to navigate network topology, log field findings, and update asset records in real time.
  8. Critical safety decisions under stress — make independently when unexpected hazards arise during live-line or emergency restoration work.
  9. Cross-crew coordination on large outage events — direct task sequencing and resource sharing across multiple field teams to restore service efficiently.
  10. Technical documentation and CAD-based line diagrams — read, interpret, and annotate accurately to support complex repair and upgrade projects.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. Crew safety culture and hazard-awareness standards — establish and sustain at an organizational level across all field operations and job sites.
  2. Apprentice and developing-level lineworkers — mentor, coach, and formally evaluate against competency benchmarks throughout their training progression.
  3. Transmission and distribution system upgrade strategies — develop and recommend to engineering and management based on operational field intelligence.
  4. Emergency restoration plans for major outage events — design, activate, and lead across multiple crews and geographic service territories.
  5. Safety protocols and switching procedures — author, review, and update to incorporate regulatory changes and lessons learned from incident investigations.
  6. Fleet, tool, and materials inventories — oversee procurement planning and allocation decisions to ensure field readiness across the service district.
  7. GIS, CAD, and enterprise asset management platforms — champion adoption and provide guidance on best-practice use across field and office teams.
  8. Interdepartmental coordination with engineering, operations, and public safety — lead communication and decision-making during high-consequence network events.
  9. Performance metrics and quality outcomes for installation and repair work — analyze using spreadsheet and reporting tools and present findings to leadership.
  10. Regulatory compliance and public safety requirements — interpret, apply, and communicate to ensure organizational adherence on all line construction activities.

AI-at-Work Competency Framework

Sources:Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.
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How a worker at each mastery level uses, directs, and evaluates AI tools in this occupation. Each statement cites its evidence inline; click a citation chip to verify the source.

Emerging
  1. Basic safety checklist review — consults AI-generated pre-shift safety summaries to confirm equipment inspection steps and barrier placement requirements before approaching a work site Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Developing
  1. Fault-location assistance — inputs outage reports and field observations into an AI assistant to narrow down likely fault segments on a distribution circuit, then physically verifies each candidate location Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Work-order interpretation — uses an AI tool to parse technical work orders and flag unfamiliar equipment specifications, reducing time spent cross-referencing manuals before climbing poles or operating bucket trucks WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Proficient
  1. Troubleshooting pattern recognition — feeds equipment symptoms, meter readings, and recent maintenance logs into an AI diagnostic tool to generate ranked fault hypotheses, while retaining hands-on judgment for final isolation and repair decisions Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Switching-sequence planning — directs an AI assistant to draft de-energization and grounding sequences for a planned repair, then reviews every step against local operating procedures before executing on live infrastructure WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. Outage documentation — dictates field observations to an AI transcription tool on-site and reviews the structured incident report it produces for accuracy before submission, accelerating post-repair closeout.
Advanced
  1. Predictive maintenance integration — evaluates AI-generated asset health scores derived from sensor and inspection data to prioritize line patrols and component replacements, challenging model outputs when field evidence contradicts predicted failure timelines Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. AI tool vetting for crew adoption — assesses new AI-assisted monitoring or fault-detection platforms against real-world grid conditions, communicates capability boundaries to crew members, and establishes hand-off criteria that keep human operators in control of safety-critical switching actions Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
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SAFI positioning
Top skill: Active Listening
Score: 42.2 / 100
Quadrant: Q2_ai_augmented
precision: exact
WEF cluster
Technology Use, Monitoring and Control
technology_use_monitoring_control
Sources:Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.

Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework

Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Ten durable-skill domains mapped to four proficiency/role levels for each occupation. Each statement is aligned to the Pathsmith taxonomy, derived from trusted grounding data and mapped to occupation-specific O*NET tasks and skills.

1Communication8 statements
Emerging
  1. Crew radio protocol — uses two-way radio to relay basic status updates to dispatch and crew members during line installation tasks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Hazard notification — communicates identified electrical hazards to co-workers using standard verbal warnings before energizing or de-energizing lines O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Work order interpretation — reads and clarifies written work orders and equipment diagrams to confirm scope before beginning pole replacement or line repair tasks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Public communication — explains planned outage schedules and safety perimeters to affected residents and property owners at job sites in clear, non-technical terms Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Crew coordination briefing — conducts pre-job tailboard meetings to communicate task sequences, hazard controls, and role assignments for transmission and distribution work Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Incident reporting — documents and verbally reports equipment failures, near-misses, and line damage to supervisors and utility control centers with accurate technical detail O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Technical knowledge transfer — delivers on-site instruction to apprentice lineworkers explaining transformer switching procedures, circuit configurations, and grounding methods in precise, accessible language Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-agency coordination — serves as field liaison communicating outage restoration plans and safety requirements to emergency responders, municipal officials, and contractor crews during major events Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
2Leadership8 statements
Emerging
  1. Task readiness — prepares personal tools and vehicle equipment before crew arrival, demonstrating ownership of individual responsibilities on the line crew Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Peer support — assists fellow apprentices in locating correct materials and understanding work order instructions during distribution line installation tasks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Ground crew oversight — directs ground personnel in material staging, barrier placement, and equipment handling while a senior lineworker operates in the bucket truck O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Safety initiative — identifies a hazardous condition during pole inspection and immediately stops work, notifying the crew lead without being prompted Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Job site leadership — leads a small crew through the full sequence of a transformer replacement, assigning roles, monitoring progress, and adjusting work plans as field conditions change Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Apprentice mentoring — guides apprentice lineworkers through climbing procedures, grounding sequences, and tool handling, providing real-time corrective feedback on elevated work platforms O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Emergency restoration command — takes charge of multi-crew storm damage response, prioritizing feeder restoration, allocating equipment, and coordinating with dispatch to safely restore service Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Program influence — contributes to crew safety standards and training materials by drawing on field experience to improve procedures for line installation and maintenance operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
3Metacognition8 statements
Emerging
  1. Skill gap recognition — identifies personal unfamiliarity with specific switching equipment types and requests additional instruction or supervised practice before performing the task independently Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Task review — reflects on completed splice or termination work by comparing finished connections against diagram specifications to confirm understanding Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Error analysis — reviews a failed or repeated repair task to determine whether the root cause was a knowledge gap, equipment misread, or procedural misstep, then adjusts approach Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Learning prioritization — identifies which safety certification or equipment qualification is most relevant to upcoming crew assignments and pursues it proactively Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Diagnostic self-assessment — evaluates own troubleshooting logic after completing a fault-location sequence, recognizing where assumptions were made and where evidence was misread Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Adaptive strategy — adjusts personal mental checklist for energized line work when working with unfamiliar circuit configurations, adding verification steps to compensate for reduced pattern familiarity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Reflective coaching — articulates the cognitive steps behind a complex switching sequence to apprentices, explicitly naming decision points and self-check habits that prevent energized-line errors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Continuous improvement modeling — regularly evaluates own performance across equipment types and weather conditions, identifying systematic blind spots and voluntarily seeking advanced training Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking8 statements
Emerging
  1. Fault symptom recognition — identifies visible indicators of equipment failure such as burn marks, broken insulators, or sagging conductors during routine line patrol O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Procedure adherence — applies the correct lockout/tagout sequence by following established steps rather than improvising, recognizing the limits of independent judgment during training Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Instrument-based diagnosis — uses voltage testers and fault indicators to gather data on distribution line problems and forms an initial hypothesis about fault location before reporting to the crew lead O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Condition prioritization — evaluates multiple visible defects on a pole line and ranks repair urgency based on public safety risk, load criticality, and accessibility Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. System fault analysis — analyzes circuit topology, protective device operation, and test instrument readings together to isolate the specific section and cause of a transmission or distribution fault Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Risk-benefit evaluation — weighs the safety risks of immediate energized repair against a planned outage approach, considering crew capability, weather, and customer impact before recommending a course of action O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Root cause determination — leads post-incident analysis of a recurrent equipment failure, synthesizing inspection records, load data, and field observations to identify systemic infrastructure weaknesses Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Preemptive systems review — examines aging infrastructure sections proactively, applying evidence-based judgment to recommend replacement or reinforcement before failure occurs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration8 statements
Emerging
  1. Two-person task coordination — works with a partner to safely string conductor or install crossarms, maintaining clear verbal check-ins to keep movements synchronized Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Dispatch cooperation — responds promptly and accurately to dispatcher requests for status updates, keeping the control room informed of field progress during routine maintenance assignments O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Crew work sequencing — coordinates with other crew members to align task timing across ground and aerial work so that no worker is exposed to unnecessary hazard from simultaneous operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Contractor interface — works alongside contract crews during large-scale line installation projects, clarifying boundaries of responsibility and sharing hazard information across teams O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Multi-crew storm restoration — collaborates with multiple line crews, a dispatcher, and engineering personnel to execute a coordinated feeder restoration plan following major weather damage Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-trade coordination — coordinates work sequences with underground crews, substation technicians, and tree-trimming crews to complete transmission corridor projects without creating conflicting hazards O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Utility emergency partnership — leads field collaboration with fire departments, emergency management agencies, and mutual-aid utility crews during large-scale outage events, aligning safety protocols across organizations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Knowledge sharing leadership — facilitates post-job debriefs that surface best practices from all crew members, integrating diverse field perspectives into improved team procedures Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
6Character8 statements
Emerging
  1. Safety compliance — follows all required personal protective equipment and barrier placement procedures on every job, even when time pressure or crew informality might suggest shortcuts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Honest reporting — accurately reports the condition of inspected equipment and the status of completed work, including deficiencies, without misrepresenting findings to supervisors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Accountability for errors — reports a wiring error or missed inspection step to the crew lead immediately upon discovery, initiating corrective action rather than concealing the mistake Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Professionalism under pressure — maintains respectful, cooperative conduct with crew members and property owners during high-pressure outage restoration work Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Ethical work quality — completes transformer installations and conductor terminations to full specification standards regardless of whether a supervisor is on-site, holding personal workmanship to inspection-ready quality Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Public safety accountability — refuses to restore power to a circuit section when inspection raises unresolved safety questions, escalating the concern through proper channels despite schedule pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Integrity modeling — demonstrates and enforces professional and ethical standards with the crew, addressing shortcuts or violations directly and constructively before they become incidents Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Regulatory adherence leadership — ensures crew compliance with NESC, OSHA, and utility safety rules on every job, treating compliance as a non-negotiable professional standard rather than an external requirement Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
7Creativity8 statements
Emerging
  1. Improvised rigging — selects an alternative rigging configuration to safely lift a replacement pole in a constrained yard with limited truck access, using available equipment creatively Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Problem framing — reframes a seemingly inaccessible underground fault location problem by sketching the circuit path on paper to visualize alternative test-point approaches Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Field adaptation — develops a modified work method to replace a damaged crossarm on a congested urban distribution pole where standard bucket truck positioning is obstructed by overhead obstacles Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Temporary restoration design — constructs a safe and functional temporary bypass connection to restore service to a critical facility while permanent line repair is pending O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Unconventional fault isolation — devises a non-standard sequence of switching operations to isolate a faulted section in a network with damaged protective devices, restoring partial service more quickly Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Worksite engineering — reconfigures crew positioning, equipment staging, and task sequence to safely complete a pole replacement in terrain conditions not addressed by standard procedures Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Procedure innovation — develops a new field procedure for a recurring non-standard installation challenge and documents it for crew adoption, improving safety and efficiency for future jobs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Equipment adaptation leadership — identifies a novel use of existing tools or equipment to solve a persistent infrastructure access problem and trains the crew in the modified technique Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset8 statements
Emerging
  1. Certification pursuit — enrolls in required safety and equipment training beyond the minimum required, treating certifications as skill development opportunities rather than bureaucratic requirements Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Feedback acceptance — receives correction on a splice or termination technique from a journeyman lineworker without defensiveness and immediately adjusts technique on the next connection Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Skill stretch — voluntarily requests assignment to unfamiliar equipment types such as reclosers or capacitor banks to expand technical competence beyond current comfort zone Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Setback recovery — returns to a task sequence that previously resulted in an error, applies the corrected method deliberately, and builds confidence through repeated accurate execution Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Advanced qualification pursuit — proactively pursues journeyman or overhead/underground dual-certification status to increase versatility and contribution to the crew Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Constructive critique integration — incorporates supervisor and peer feedback from post-job reviews into subsequent work planning, demonstrating measurable improvement in technique and safety practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Learning culture leadership — creates an environment within the crew where questions and skill gaps are surfaced openly, normalizing continuous learning as a professional expectation for line work Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Industry development engagement — participates in utility training committees or apprenticeship advisory boards to advance the technical development of the next generation of lineworkers Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
9Mindfulness8 statements
Emerging
  1. Pre-task focus — pauses before beginning a climbing or energized-line task to mentally review the work sequence and confirm personal readiness, reducing impulsive action Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Distraction management — maintains attention on assigned role during multi-person switching operations, resisting urge to respond to unrelated communications until the operation is safely complete Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Situational awareness maintenance — continuously monitors changes in weather, traffic, and crew positioning throughout the work shift, adjusting safety posture as conditions evolve Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Stress recognition — recognizes personal signs of fatigue or elevated stress during extended outage restoration work and communicates readiness limits to the crew lead before errors occur Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Deliberate task execution — performs switching and grounding operations at a controlled, intentional pace even under restoration time pressure, resisting the urge to skip verification steps Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Emotional regulation on site — maintains calm and professional demeanor when confronted by frustrated customers or conflicting direction from multiple supervisors during emergency restoration operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Crew attention management — monitors crew members for signs of complacency, fatigue, or distraction during prolonged elevated work and intervenes with refocusing techniques before safety is compromised Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Mindful leadership under crisis — models deliberate, unhurried decision-making during a high-stakes switching emergency, demonstrating to the crew that slowing down to think reduces total restoration time and risk Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Emerging
  1. Physical demand tolerance — maintains required climbing and equipment-handling performance across a full shift in hot, cold, or wet weather conditions without abandoning assigned tasks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Uncertainty tolerance — continues working through a difficult fault-location problem without escalating prematurely when initial test results are inconclusive Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Storm work persistence — sustains effective, safe performance across extended hours during a major weather event, managing fatigue while maintaining attention to grounding and switching procedures Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Criticism resilience — responds to repeated corrections from a journeyman lineworker by intensifying focus on skill development rather than withdrawing effort or engagement Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Sustained restoration effort — leads crew through a multi-day outage restoration event, managing personal fatigue, maintaining safety discipline, and keeping crew morale and performance steady throughout Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. High-consequence composure — performs emergency grounding and switching operations on a downed transmission line in a live traffic area, maintaining procedural precision despite environmental pressure and public stress Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Adversity leadership — guides a crew through a prolonged and physically dangerous restoration event, absorbing organizational pressure and protecting crew members from decision fatigue and risk-taking shortcuts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Courage in safety enforcement — stops a job and escalates to management when crew members are directed to perform work under conditions the lineworker judges as imminently dangerous, accepting professional friction to protect lives Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Cable Splicer · Electrical Repairer, Powerhouse · Powerhouse Electrician · Maintenance Electrician · Electrician, Maintenance · Lineman, Electrical · Line Installer, Telecommunications · Aerial Lineman · Cable Inspector · Cable Installer · Cable Installer Repairer · Cable Layer
RAPIDS apprenticeships
0008 · Cable Splicer · 0085 · Electrical Repairer, Powerhouse · 0121 · Powerhouse Electrician · 0191 · Maintenance Electrician · 0203 · Electrician, Maintenance · 0204 · Lineman, Electrical · 0265 · Line Installer, Telecommunications
O*NET skills
Active ListeningTroubleshootingMonitoringOperations MonitoringOperation and ControlQuality Control AnalysisJudgment and Decision MakingSystems AnalysisComplex Problem SolvingRepairingCoordinationCritical ThinkingActive LearningReading ComprehensionInstallationEquipment MaintenanceTime Management
Knowledge domains
Building and ConstructionEnglish LanguageEducation and TrainingPublic Safety and SecurityTransportationMechanicalCustomer and Personal Service
Abilities
Near VisionMultilimb CoordinationArm-Hand SteadinessProblem SensitivityDeductive ReasoningControl PrecisionFinger DexterityInformation OrderingOral ComprehensionManual Dexterity
Work styles
CautiousnessDependabilityAttention to DetailStress TolerancePerseveranceIntegrity
Technology
Computer aided design CAD softwareElectronic mail softwareGeographic information systemMobile location based services softwareInventory management softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite softwareWord processing softwareVideo conferencing software
Tasks · seed anchors for statements
  1. Adhere to safety practices and procedures, such as checking equipment regularly and erecting barriers around work areas.
  2. Drive vehicles equipped with tools and materials to job sites.
  3. Open switches or attach grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines or to facilitate repairs.
  4. Climb poles or use truck-mounted buckets to access equipment.
  5. Install, maintain, and repair electrical distribution and transmission systems, including conduits, cables, wires, and related equipment, such as transformers, circuit breakers, and switches.
  6. Inspect and test power lines and auxiliary equipment to locate and identify problems, using reading and testing instruments.
  7. Coordinate work assignment preparation and completion with other workers.
  8. Replace or straighten damaged poles.
CIP education codes
46.030146.030346.0399

Sources: O*NET v30.2 (CC BY 4.0), SkillsCrosswalk.com, LER.me, Anthropic Economic Index, SAFI (Jadhav & Danve, 2026), WEF Skills Taxonomy 2021, Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework. © 2026 EBSCOed.