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The ALLIANCE was created more than 70 years ago as a joint training program between the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and the National Electrical Contractors Association . Outside linemen, who are also known as electric power-line technicians, install, maintain, and fix power lines that transmit electricity. They are employed by utilities and construction contractors .

A linesman climbs an electricity distribution tower to check for faults.

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Careers in Infrastructure: Electricians