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Bismarck State College Lineman Program

The Bismarck State College Lineman Program offers a comprehensive $14,000 program. Graduates often find employment with top companies like Montana-Dakota Utilities, ND Rural Electic Cooperatives.

2026 Program Cost: $14,000
Program Length: Two Semesters
Next Start: June

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2026 Program Cost: $14,000
Term Length: Two Semesters
Term Beginning Date(s): June
2025 Enrollment: 54
Housing Available?: Yes
Boots/Tools Included?: No
Possible Scholarships?: Yes
Completion Rate: 95%
Employment Rate: 94%
2025 Graduate Average Starting Wage: $66,000

Details about Bismarck State College Lineman Program

Students receive intense instruction in all facets of power line construction and equipment operation and maintenance. Study includes classroom, indoor and outdoor lab work, and courses to prepare for the state commercial driver’s license (CDL) exam.

Lineman Job Opportunities for Graduates from Bismarck State College Lineman Program

There is continued growth in our area due to the energy sector.

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Companies hiring entry level line workers from Bismarck State College Lineman Program

Montana-Dakota Utilities, ND Rural Electic Cooperatives, Xcell Energy, Ottertail Power Company, Western Area Power Adminstration, Synergy Powerline Construction

How long does Bismarck State College Lineman Program take?

Two Semesters

How to get into Bismarck State College Lineman Program

High School Graduation

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Local pay in context

What Linemen Earn in North Dakota

Statewide wages for Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers (SOC 49-9051), 740 employed. The band below uses BLS percentile data as an illustrative range from early-career to experienced lineworkers in the state.

Early career (10th pct.): $61,020
Typical (median): $105,870
Experienced (90th pct.): $121,990

Program cost in context: tuition of $14,000 is about 13.2% of one year at the North Dakota median lineman wage.

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Who Hires in North Dakota

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Local Unions in North Dakota

Many graduates enter the trade through an IBEW local's apprenticeship after training.

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