EVERYONE DESERVES A FUTURE.
You don't have to know where to start. That's why we're here.
Brothers in Linework, Inc. is building pathways into the entire linework and utility infrastructure workforce—from overhead and underground power to telecommunications, vegetation management, CDL driving, and the crews that keep projects moving—with a special commitment to minorities, at-risk youth, underserved communities, people rebuilding their lives after incarceration, people with a history of addiction or in recovery, and anyone who never knew these careers existed or how to take the first step.
Everyone deserves a future.
We believe opportunity belongs to everyone. Our focus is reaching minorities, at-risk youth, underserved neighborhoods, people who have been overlooked, individuals returning home after incarceration, people with past substance-use challenges or in recovery, and anyone who has never heard about these careers or had someone explain how to get started. No connections, no experience, or a difficult past should automatically close the door to learning about a career in the utility trades. We aim to help people find a first step, build confidence, and connect with training and career pathways.
“One hand reaches back to bring the next one forward.”
From “I never knew” to “I know where to start.”
Linework is bigger than climbing poles. We aim to support the people and skilled trades that build, maintain, and restore power and communications infrastructure. Programs and eligibility will be announced as partnerships are established.
Mentorship
Connect aspiring lineworkers with experienced professionals who can share real-world guidance, expectations, and encouragement.
Career readiness
Introduce minorities, at-risk youth, first-time job seekers, and adults changing direction to CDL pathways, safety fundamentals, CPR/First Aid, apprenticeships, and the steps toward utility careers.
Access & support
Work toward partnerships, equipment assistance, scholarships, and referrals that reduce financial and practical barriers to entry.
Linework is a whole industry.
You do not have to be a lineman to belong. We welcome people interested in the many careers that support utility construction, maintenance, and storm restoration.
Overhead powerline crews
Journeyman lineworkers, apprentices, groundworkers, operators, and transmission and distribution crews.
Underground utilities
Underground power crews, directional drilling, trenching, locating, conduit, and cable installation.
Communications & fiber
Fiber-optic, telephone, broadband, communications line crews, splicers, and technicians.
Tree & vegetation crews
Tree trimmers, climbers, bucket operators, vegetation management, and storm debris crews.
CDL drivers & transportation
CDL drivers, equipment haulers, logistics teams, and fleet support serving utility work.
Equipment & support teams
Digger derrick and equipment operators, mechanics, safety professionals, traffic control, and restoration support.
Real crews. Real opportunities.
From the ground to the top of a transmission tower, there are many ways to build a career in utility work. These photos show the kind of work and teamwork our community wants more people to discover.
Images illustrate careers in the industry; they do not imply the people pictured are program participants or that training placements are currently available.
Ready to join the brotherhood?
Whether you are a minority seeking opportunity, an at-risk young person seeking direction, from an underserved community, returning home after incarceration, rebuilding life after addiction, changing careers, or simply unsure where to begin, you belong in the conversation. We welcome people of every background across the United States, including those starting with zero experience. Some positions have licensing, safety, driving-record, or employer eligibility requirements; we aim to help people understand those requirements and explore available pathways.
- Minorities facing barriers to training, mentorship, or industry connections
- At-risk youth who need mentorship, exposure to the trades, and a clear first step
- Young people and adults who never knew utility careers were an option
- First-time job seekers and people exploring a career for the first time
- People rebuilding their lives after incarceration, past addiction, or other setbacks
- Future participants and apprentices
- Experienced lineworkers interested in mentoring
- Community organizations and training partners
- CDL drivers, tree crews, underground, communications, equipment operators, and other utility support trades
Program interest
Our secure online application form is being prepared. Until it launches, contact us to ask about upcoming opportunities.
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Invest in the next generation.
Support can help us pursue mentorship, career preparation, safety education, training access, and practical resources for people who have never been shown a path forward—including minorities, at-risk youth, underserved communities, people unfamiliar with the trades, and people reentering the workforce after incarceration, and individuals rebuilding their lives after addiction.
We welcome conversations with prospective donors and sponsors as the organization establishes its programs.
Help us build the foundation
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It takes a community to build a career.
We're seeking conversations with utilities, contractors, unions, training providers, CDL schools, community groups, and professionals who believe in opening doors.
Industry mentors
Share your experience and help aspiring lineworkers navigate the trade.
Training partners
Explore education, credential, and career-readiness opportunities.
Community partners
Help reach minorities, at-risk youth, schools, youth-serving organizations, underserved neighborhoods, reentry programs, recovery support organizations, and people who need a starting point.
Let's build something that lasts.
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