Entry-Level Electrical Lineworker
Entry-Level Electrical Lineworker
Training Program
Program Overview
The Entry-Level Electrical Lineworker Training Program incorporates an in-depth curriculum, emphasizing the highest standards of safety to help start your career as an Entry-Level Electrical Lineworker. Students will participate in hands-on field training with instruction delivered by certified industry experts over the 10-week program and be ready to enter the job market with the skills necessary to succeed in the electric utility industry.
Course offerings
- Spring and Fall
Course schedule
Course Code | Course Name |
---|---|
EECT 1005 | Basic Electricity |
LNWK 1011 | Basic Pole Climb |
POFT 1006 | Employability Skills |
ELPT 1021 | Electrical Safety & Tools |
LNWK 1091 | Digger Derrick / Pole Framing |
OSHT 1013 | Safety Regulations |
LNWK 1091 | Live Line Safety |
LNWK 1031 | Transformers |
LNWK 1041 | Distribution Operations |
Prerequisites
- Minimum 18 years of age
- High school diploma, GED, or college transcript
- Possess a valid Class A CDL license or permit (student pay)
- Complete criminal background check (student pay)
- Negative drug screen (student pay)
- Proof of student health insurance for the length of the program (student pay)
- Provide physical evaluation form signed by a physician (student pay)
- Complete CASAS Assessment with NRS Level 4 or greater
- Prerequisites must be completed and submitted at a minimum of three-weeks prior to the start of the program.
Program Schedule
- Student Packet Applications currently available for pick-up at VB 219 on Heritage Campus or by email request to ezamora25@delmar.edu.
- Completed Student Packet Applications due prior to registering.
- Spring Cohort: Monday, January 29, 2024 - Friday, April 12, 2024.
- Classes will be held Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays, weather dependent. Classes are scheduled to begin at 8:00 AM unless otherwise noted.
For more information:
Elizabeth Zamora
Career Training Program Manager
361-698-1696
ezamora25@delmar.edu
A. Michelle Avalos
Director, Northwest Center
Northwest Center, W130
361-698-2445
aavalos4@delmar.edu
Entry-Level Electrical Lineworker Program Interest Form
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Page last updated November 1, 2023.