The Electrical Utility worker classified as Communication/Electronic Technician, although working within the Electrical Utility may rarely be involved in work that the public may visualize. The Lineman is most often seen out on the side of the road. These are the men and women that are tasked with installing and repairing the lines, poles and hardware associated with delivering the electrical power to homes and businesses.

The Communication/Electronics Technician is involved in the "behind the scenes" operation of everything from the power plants to the home. The Communication/Electronics Technician works on the radio, fiber, microwave, telephone lines, two-way radio and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Distribution Automation).