{"product_id":"texas-journeyman-lineman-electrician-book-package","title":"Texas Journeyman Lineman Electrician Book Package","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eTexas Journeyman Lineman Electrician Book Package\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare for the Texas Journeyman Lineman Electrician examination with the \u003cstrong\u003eNational Electrical Code, NEC, 2026 Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e, the current electrical code reference used for Texas electrician examinations. Texas adopted the 2026 National Electrical Code effective September 1, 2026, and current Texas electrician testing permits candidates to use the 2026 NEC as the examination reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Texas Journeyman Lineman license is a specialized electrical credential administered by the \u003cstrong\u003eTexas Department of Licensing and Regulation\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is designed for individuals whose electrical work involves equipment associated with the \u003cstrong\u003etransmission and distribution of electricity from its original source to a substation for further distribution\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Journeyman Lineman credential is a limited Texas electrical license and is not equivalent to a Journeyman Electrician license. The scope, experience requirements, and examination are specifically oriented toward lineman work and the electrical systems encountered in utility transmission and distribution environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe licensing examination is administered through \u003cstrong\u003ePSI\u003c\/strong\u003e for TDLR. Candidates are tested on electrical definitions and theory, services and service equipment, feeders, branch circuits and conductors, wiring methods and materials, electrical equipment and devices, motors and generators, and electrical control devices and disconnecting means.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2026 National Electrical Code\u003c\/strong\u003e is the primary technical reference included in this package. Candidates should use the NEC not only to study individual code provisions but also to develop strong reference-navigation skills. Knowing where major topics are located can help candidates work efficiently during the open-book examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLineman candidates should be comfortable with electrical fundamentals as well as practical code application. Questions may require knowledge of conductor sizing, overcurrent protection, grounding and bonding, service equipment, transformers, disconnecting means, electrical equipment, wiring methods, feeders, motors, generators, and related code provisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Texas Journeyman Lineman exam contains fewer questions than several other Texas electrician exams, but the testing time still requires efficient decision-making. Candidates should be able to identify the subject of a question quickly, determine the appropriate NEC article or table, and apply the code requirement without spending excessive time searching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Texas Journeyman Lineman Electrician examination is administered by PSI after the applicant has been approved to test by TDLR.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Texas Journeyman Lineman Electrician\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLicensing Agency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTesting Provider:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScored Items:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime for Scored Items:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Scored Items:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Time for Non-Scored Items:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassing Score:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open book\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e National Electrical Code, 2026 Edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe current examination content outline distributes the 40 scored items across the following subject areas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDefinitions and Theory:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Services and Service Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Feeders:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBranch Circuit Calculations and Conductors:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Wiring Methods and Electrical Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Equipment and Devices:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotors and Generators:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Control Devices and Disconnecting Means:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Equipment and Devices\u003c\/strong\u003e is the largest individual examination category with 10 scored items. Electrical Services and Service Equipment follows with eight items. Definitions and Theory and Electrical Control Devices and Disconnecting Means each account for six items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnless an examination question specifically states otherwise, conductors are considered copper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eOpen Book Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Texas Journeyman Lineman Electrician examination is an \u003cstrong\u003eopen book test\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe current examination reference permitted by TDLR is the \u003cstrong\u003eNational Electrical Code, 2026 Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e. Candidates are responsible for bringing their own acceptable NEC book to the examination site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA soft-bound edition of the NEC may be used. Loose-leaf, spiral-bound, and ring-bound NEC copies are not permitted in the examination room. The NEC Handbook is also not permitted as the examination reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe NEC may be highlighted, underlined, and contain notes prepared before the examination session. Permanent index tabs manufactured or provided by the NEC book publisher are permitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates may not write, highlight, underline, index, or otherwise mark the NEC during the examination. Homemade, do-it-yourself, and non-NEC tabs are not allowed. Additional loose, taped, adhered, or stapled paper is also prohibited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-book preparation should involve repeated practice with the physical NEC book that will be used on test day. Candidates should learn to find definitions, services, equipment, feeders, conductors, motors, generators, controllers, and disconnecting means quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the examination allows 120 minutes for 40 scored items, candidates have an average of approximately three minutes per scored question. Efficient code navigation can make a significant difference when a question requires multiple code references or a calculation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eLicensing Steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose an approved experience pathway.\u003c\/strong\u003e Texas provides two primary qualification pathways for Journeyman Lineman applicants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete an approved apprenticeship pathway when applicable.\u003c\/strong\u003e One pathway requires 7,000 hours of training in an apprenticeship program approved by the United States Department of Labor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse the experience pathway when applicable.\u003c\/strong\u003e Applicants may alternatively qualify with 3.5 years of experience as a Journeyman Lineman for an electric utility, electric cooperative, municipally owned utility, or electrical contractor in Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocument qualifying experience.\u003c\/strong\u003e Experience must be verified and signed by the appropriate supervising electrician.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubmit the Journeyman Lineman license application.\u003c\/strong\u003e The application and required supporting documentation are submitted to TDLR for review.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceive examination authorization.\u003c\/strong\u003e After TDLR reviews and verifies the application, the applicant is notified of eligibility to take the licensing examination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule the exam with PSI.\u003c\/strong\u003e Approved candidates follow the PSI scheduling instructions for the Texas Journeyman Lineman Electrician examination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare with the 2026 NEC.\u003c\/strong\u003e Study the official examination categories and practice efficient navigation of the current code.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTake the licensing examination.\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete the scored and non-scored items within the allotted testing time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAchieve the required passing score.\u003c\/strong\u003e Candidates must score at least 70%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete the licensing process.\u003c\/strong\u003e After satisfying the application, experience, and examination requirements, complete any remaining TDLR requirements for license issuance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eState Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA Texas Journeyman Lineman is licensed to engage in electrical work involving the maintenance and operation of equipment associated with the \u003cstrong\u003etransmission and distribution of electricity from its original source to a substation for further distribution\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Journeyman Lineman license is specifically identified by Texas as a \u003cstrong\u003elimited license\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is not the equivalent of a Texas Journeyman Electrician license and does not provide the same general scope of electrical authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eApplicants can qualify through a United States Department of Labor-approved apprenticeship program by completing at least \u003cstrong\u003e7,000 hours of training\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTexas also permits an alternative experience pathway. An applicant may qualify with \u003cstrong\u003e3.5 years of experience as a Journeyman Lineman\u003c\/strong\u003e while working for an electric utility, electric cooperative, municipally owned utility, or electrical contractor in Texas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eQualifying experience must be documented and signed by the supervising electrician on the applicable experience-verification portion of the license application. TDLR may verify the reported work as part of its licensing review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJourneyman Lineman licenses are valid for \u003cstrong\u003eone year\u003c\/strong\u003e and must be renewed annually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLicensed Journeyman Linemen must complete \u003cstrong\u003efour hours of continuing education during each license cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e before renewal. The required continuing education must be completed through a TDLR-registered provider and address the applicable National Electrical Code, Texas electrician law and administrative rules, and electrical safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTexas adopted the \u003cstrong\u003e2026 National Electrical Code\u003c\/strong\u003e as the state electrical code effective September 1, 2026. Current Texas electrician examinations permit the 2026 NEC as the examination reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eReference Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNational Electrical Code, NEC, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe primary technical reference for the Texas Journeyman Lineman Electrician examination. The 2026 NEC covers electrical definitions, services, service equipment, feeders, conductors, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, electrical equipment, motors, generators, control devices, disconnecting means, transformers, overcurrent protection, tables, and other code requirements used during exam preparation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Room Approved Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNational Electrical Code, NEC, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2026 National Electrical Code is the approved technical reference for current Texas electrician examinations, including the Journeyman Lineman Electrician exam. Candidates must bring an acceptable soft-bound copy that complies with the testing rules.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe NEC may be highlighted, underlined, and contain permitted notes prepared before the examination. Permanent publisher-provided NEC index tabs are allowed. Loose-leaf, spiral-bound, and ring-bound copies are prohibited, and the NEC Handbook is not allowed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eTest Information and Study Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDefinitions and Theory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Six scored items address electrical definitions and theory. Review Article 100 terminology along with voltage, current, resistance, power, conductor properties, alternating current, direct current, electrical relationships, and foundational theory used in transmission and distribution work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Services and Service Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eight questions focus on service installations and service equipment. Review service conductors, service equipment ratings, disconnecting means, overcurrent protection, grounding, bonding, clearances, and service configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrounding and Bonding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grounding and bonding requirements interact with many examination categories. Study Article 250, grounding electrode systems, equipment grounding conductors, bonding jumpers, grounded conductors, service bonding, and effective ground-fault current paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Feeders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four scored items address feeders. Review feeder conductor sizing, ampacity, overcurrent protection, grounding, bonding, neutral requirements, and feeder installation rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBranch Circuit Calculations and Conductors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Although this is a smaller exam category, candidates should still understand branch-circuit conductor sizing, load calculations, overcurrent protection, ampacity, voltage considerations, and conductor requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Wiring Methods and Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review raceways, conductors, cables, fittings, boxes, enclosures, supports, underground installations, wet-location requirements, and protection from physical damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Equipment and Devices:\u003c\/strong\u003e With 10 scored items, this is the largest examination category. Study electrical equipment ratings, utilization equipment, transformers, switches, overcurrent devices, equipment installation, protection, grounding, accessibility, and other device requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransformers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Linemen frequently work around systems involving transformers. Review transformer installation, conductor sizing, overcurrent protection, grounding and bonding, and separately derived system concepts where applicable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOvercurrent Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Study fuses, circuit breakers, conductor protection, equipment protection, interrupting ratings, and the relationship between overcurrent devices and conductor ampacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotors and Generators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two scored items cover motors and generators. Review conductor requirements, overcurrent protection, overload protection, disconnecting means, generators, and basic NEC provisions applying to these systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Control Devices:\u003c\/strong\u003e Controls are part of a six-item category combined with disconnecting means. Review switches, controllers, relays, control equipment, ratings, accessibility, and equipment operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisconnecting Means:\u003c\/strong\u003e Study disconnect location, grouping, accessibility, ratings, identification, service disconnects, equipment disconnects, and safe isolation of electrical equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConductor Ampacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Become comfortable with applicable ampacity tables, conductor temperature ratings, correction factors, adjustment factors, terminal limitations, and conductor identification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServices and Distribution Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Since lineman work is closely tied to electricity transmission and distribution, candidates should understand how NEC service requirements interact with conductors, equipment, disconnects, grounding, and customer-side electrical systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Safety Awareness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Although safety is not listed as a standalone content category in the current examination outline, safe electrical work is central to lineman operations. Code preparation should reinforce equipment isolation, grounding, clearances, overcurrent protection, proper conductor selection, and appropriate disconnecting methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCode Navigation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practice identifying the subject category first and then going directly to the relevant NEC article or table. This is particularly valuable for services, equipment, conductors, grounding, overcurrent protection, motors, transformers, and disconnects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTimed Practice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Candidates receive 120 minutes for 40 scored items. Build a steady pace and practice moving past difficult questions when necessary so that sufficient time remains for the entire examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalculation Practice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review the electrical math required to work with current, voltage, power, conductor sizing, loads, and other basic NEC calculations. Even though the exam is not dominated by calculations, understanding the math supports several content categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e1 Exam Prep helps Texas Journeyman Lineman Electrician candidates organize study around the subject areas identified for the licensing examination. A focused preparation structure can connect practical lineman experience with the NEC rules candidates need to recognize during testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrade-focused review can reinforce electrical theory, services, service equipment, feeders, conductors, electrical equipment, transformers, motors, generators, control devices, disconnecting means, grounding, bonding, and overcurrent protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReference-navigation practice helps candidates become comfortable using the 2026 NEC during an open-book exam. Knowing how to locate articles, tables, definitions, exceptions, and cross-references can reduce time spent searching for answers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePreparation can also place extra attention on the largest examination categories. Electrical Equipment and Devices accounts for 10 scored items, while Electrical Services and Service Equipment accounts for eight. Definitions and Theory and Electrical Control Devices and Disconnecting Means each contribute another six.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePractice-oriented study can help candidates apply NEC requirements to practical electrical situations rather than memorizing isolated article numbers. This approach is useful for questions that combine conductor requirements, equipment ratings, grounding, protection, and disconnecting provisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal is to provide organized study guidance, lineman-focused electrical review, code-navigation practice, calculation reinforcement, and a confidence-building study structure. 1 Exam Prep supports exam preparation without guaranteeing a passing score, license approval, or specific employment outcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat code edition is used for the Texas Journeyman Lineman Electrician exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe current Texas electrician examination information permits the \u003cstrong\u003e2026 National Electrical Code\u003c\/strong\u003e as the examination reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eIs the Texas Journeyman Lineman exam open book?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Texas Journeyman Lineman Electrician examination is an \u003cstrong\u003eopen book test\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow many scored questions are on the examination?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe current examination contains \u003cstrong\u003e40 scored items\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eAre there non-scored questions?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The examination also contains \u003cstrong\u003e3 non-scored items\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow much time is allowed?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates receive \u003cstrong\u003e120 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e for the 40 scored items and an additional \u003cstrong\u003e12 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e for the non-scored items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat score is required to pass?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA score of \u003cstrong\u003e70% or better\u003c\/strong\u003e is required to pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat is the largest examination category?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eElectrical Equipment and Devices is the largest current category with \u003cstrong\u003e10 scored items\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow can I qualify through an apprenticeship program?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne Texas pathway requires \u003cstrong\u003e7,000 hours of training in an apprenticeship program approved by the United States Department of Labor\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eIs there an alternative experience pathway?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Applicants may alternatively qualify with \u003cstrong\u003e3.5 years of experience as a Journeyman Lineman\u003c\/strong\u003e for an electric utility, electric cooperative, municipally owned utility, or electrical contractor in Texas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eIs a Journeyman Lineman license the same as a Journeyman Electrician license?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Texas identifies the Journeyman Lineman credential as a limited license. It is not equivalent to the general Texas Journeyman Electrician license.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat work does a Texas Journeyman Lineman perform?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe license covers electrical work involving the maintenance and operation of equipment associated with transmitting and distributing electricity from its original source to a substation for further distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eDoes the license require continuing education?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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