GreyStone is always working to make life better in the communities we serve. In 2024, your electric cooperative launched a new scholarship program to assist, support and encourage those in the community who are aspiring linemen. GreyStone will be providing four $7,500 scholarships to local individuals entering a lineman training school in Georgia.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Individuals must meet the following requirements to apply:
- High school graduate, GED equivalent or be a graduating senior in good standing.
- Must have an interest in a career as a distribution system lineman.
- Work is performed outdoors, in heat, cold and inclement weather conditions and at heights, underground or in confined spaces.
- Work is physically demanding and requires climbing, lifting, twisting and other activities
- Must be a GreyStone Power member or GreyStone Power member’s child living in a home served by GreyStone Power.
- Drug-free.
- Safe driving record to be verified through a Georgia Motor Vehicle Report and no known medical issues that would prohibit the student from eventually obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License.
- Must be willing to sign a photo release.
- GreyStone employees and employees’ family members are not eligible to apply.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
Individuals must apply through GreyStone Power’s website. The link to the application is available here.
- Completed application.
- A 250-500 word typed essay on “Why I want to be a lineman.”
- Two letters of recommendation (one personal and one professional or academic).
- Be available for an interview with the scholarship selection team.
DEADLINES:
- The application for 2025 will be due April 27, 2025.
For scholarship questions or technical assistance with the application, please email hrsupport@greystonepower.com.
2024 Winners
Pictured, left to right: James Wright with winners Brisun Hines, Jeffrey Whittle, Chris Barrett and Ralph Goodwin.