Lineman Central

New Mexico

Certificate Program

New Mexico Junior College Lineman Training Program

The New Mexico Junior College Lineman Training Program is a get-paid-to-learn apprenticeship. Graduates often find employment with top companies like Versa Tech.

2026 Program Cost
Not listed
Program Length
12 weeks
Next Start
April
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Term Length
12 weeks
Term Beginning Date(s)
April
2025 Enrollment
20
Housing Available?
No
Boots/Tools Included?
No
Possible Scholarships?
Yes
Completion Rate
85%
Employment Rate
90%
2025 Graduate Average Starting Wage
$51,500

Details about New Mexico Junior College Lineman Training Program

This program consists of classroom training on the New Mexico Junior College campus and field training at the NMJC Lineman Training Ground. Instructors include: experienced linemen, safety professionals, and electrical instructors.

Lineman Job Opportunities for Graduates from New Mexico Junior College Lineman Training Program

Numerous companies in SE New Mexico are hiring Apprentice Linemen. The training at NMJC provides you with the opportunity to start this great career working as a valued member of a team providing electrical power distribution/transmission to maintain and expand our area power needs.

Openings Near Me

Companies hiring entry level line workers from New Mexico Junior College Lineman Training Program

Versa Tech

How long does New Mexico Junior College Lineman Training Program take?

12 weeks

How to get into New Mexico Junior College Lineman Training Program

High School Diploma GED, Driving license, 18 years of age

New Mexico Junior College Lineman Training Program campus and training yard
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Local pay in context

What Linemen Earn in New Mexico

Statewide wages for Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers (SOC 49-9051), 1,020 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.)
$46,640
Typical (median)
$76,470
Experienced (90th pct.)
$105,590

Scholarships & Ways to Pay

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Instructors

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Local Unions in New Mexico

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

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