Applications being accepted for 2022 lineworker programs at Alabama community colleges

(Alabama NewsCenter/Contributed)

A well-trained workforce prepared for current and future jobs is essential for continued growth in Alabama, and Alabama Power is among utilities partnering with community colleges across the state to train students to work as electric lineworkers.

Applications are being accepted for the January 2022 and March 2022 sessions. The application period ends Sept. 1, 2021. Some scholarships and financial assistance are available.

Hayes Massey, a graduate of the Jefferson State program, highlights the expertise of the instructors, the skills learned through the program and the job security of the lineworker career.

Hayes Massey shares his experience with Alabama Power and the Lineworker Training Program at Jefferson State Community College from Alabama NewsCenter on Vimeo.

Interested students can apply at Bishop State Community CollegeJefferson State Community CollegeLawson State Community College or Trenholm State Community College.

(Courtesy of Alabama NewsCenter)

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