Entry-Level Electrical Lineworker

Entry-Level Electrical Lineworker

Training Program


View of two electrical lineworkers working on electrical poles and wires in a bucket truck

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 Schedule

Spring 2025: January 27 - April 11, 2025

Course LIST

Course Code Course Name
EECT 1005 Basic Industrial Electricity
LNWK 1011 Climbing Skills
POFT 1006 Job Search & Employment Skills
LNWK 1001 Orientation & Line Skill Fundamentals -
Electrical Safety & Tools
LNWK 1091 Special Topics in Lineworker -
Digger Derrick - Pole Framing
OSHT 1000 Basic Safety & Health -
Safety Regulations
LNWK 1091 Special Topics in Lineworker -
Live Line Safety
LNWK 1031 Transformer Connections
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)
  • Prerequisites must be completed and submitted at a minimum of three-weeks prior to the start of the program.

Program Schedule

  • Student Packet Applications are available upon request by calling 361-698-2122, Option 3; or emailing aavalos4@delmar.edu
  • Completion of Student Packet Applications is required to complete registration.
  • Spring 2025: January 27 - April 11, 2025
    • Classes are held Monday through Friday, with one Saturday training, at Del Mar College Windward Campus and the NEC Training Field in Robstown.
    • Classes are scheduled from 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, but can end earlier depending on the skills being covered that week. Evening review sessions are also offered as needed.

Want more info/need help registering? Fill out the form below:

For more information:


Michelle Avalos
Director
Career & Industry Training
361-698-2445
aavalos4@delmar.edu

Page last updated November 6, 2024.

Contact Information

Continuing Education
101 Baldwin Blvd.
Corpus Christi, TX 78404

(361) 698-1328

Location:
3209 S. Staples St.
Corpus Christi, TX 78411