2024 Lineman Scholarship Form

Please read through the entire application before you begin to ensure you have all the necessary information and attachments. You will not be able to save work and return at a later time. To download a PDF of the application, click here.

GUIDELINES

· Applicants must have received a high school diploma in Jones, Putnam or Baldwin Counties OR have received a GED and reside in Jones, Putnam or Baldwin Counties in Georgia.
· The scholarship will be paid directly to the Lineman School.
· Previous winners are not eligible for a second scholarship.
· Funds can be used for any Lineman School program in Georgia.
(Southeast Lineman Training Center, North Georgia Technical College, Georgia Piedmont Technical College, Elite Lineman Training Center)
· One $3,000 scholarship will be awarded.
· Student must use the scholarship within one year of issuance, and it must be completely used within two years of issuance date. The school shall return any unused funds to Tri-County EMC to be used for future scholarship recipients.
· Applications are scored by a panel of judges consisting of Tri-County EMC Employees and Retirees.
· Applicant must complete a 250-500 word, typed, answering the question “Why Do You Want To Be A Lineman?”
· Finalists will be asked to interview with the judges
· For a complete application, students must attach an essay, their high school diploma or GED equivalent, and two letters of recommendation.

CHECKLIST

For a complete application, students must submit the following:

• A 250-500 word essay answering the question:“Why Do You Want To Be a Lineman?”
• A Copy of High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
• Two letters of recommendation (can be from teacher, employer, personal acquaintance)
Name

First NameLast Name
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Email
example@example.com
Cell Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Home Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Parent Contact Information:
If applicant is under 18 years of age, please provide parent/guardian contact information below.
Parent Name

First NameLast Name
Parent Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Parent Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Parent Email Address
example@example.com
High School Name, if applicable

Lineman School that you plan to attend
Date which you will begin Lineman School?
How did you hear about this scholarship?
Tell about your participation and/or membership in community organizations or school activities. (for example: Church, sports, 4-H, FFA, etc.)

In 250-500 words, answer the questions "Why Do You Want to Be a Lineman?"

250-500 Word Essay: "Why Do You Want to be a Lineman?" (If not included above)

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High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

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First Letter of Recommendation

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Second Letter of Recommendation

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***By signing below, I certify that all information on this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I hereby grant permission to Tri-County EMC to use images or videos of me for communication and publicity purposes. I grant permission to Tri-County EMC to text and/or call me the cell phone listed on this application. I also agree to submit a certificate of completion at the end of the lineman training to Tri-County EMC.***
Applicant Signature

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Parent Signature

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