Step 01. Pay
Walton EMC Lineman Pay and Salary Information
The average salary for Walton EMC Lineman is $78,250 per year. Walton EMC benefits and perks, including insurance benefits, retirement benefits, and vacation policy.

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2026 current openings
Georgia
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Groundmen · Apprentices · Journeymen
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Co-op · before you apply
Walton Electric Membership Corporation (EMC) is a cooperative owned by those who receive its services. It is one of the largest of almost 1,000 electric cooperatives in the country. Working on Silicon Ranch and Walton EMC Complete Construction of Three New Solar Farms for Meta's Data Center in Georgia
Step 01. Pay
The average salary for Walton EMC Lineman is $78,250 per year. Walton EMC benefits and perks, including insurance benefits, retirement benefits, and vacation policy.
Step 02. Apprentice
operates light equipment and performs manual work functions associated with construction, repair and maintenance of electrical power, distribution systems, substations, generators, telecommunications systems, lines and related equipment.
Step 03. Journeyman
Journeyman lineman at Walton EMC Installs, maintains and repairs underground and overhead structures including high mast lighting and street light systems, poles, cables, and related equipment to carry power transmission/distribution lines used to conduct electrical energy between generating stations, substations, and consumers.
Step 04. Hiring
To become a Lineman in Walton EMC recruits sign on for a seven-year apprenticeship that combines classroom instruction, independent study and on-the-job experience.
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