UTILITY LINE WORK PHOTO

Utility Lineworker

Job Outlook

  • Execute pole and tower climbing

  • Assess, diagnose, and upgrade various wires and cables that provide entertainment and power

  • Learn powerline maintenance and bucket and digger truck operation

FAQs

What can I do when I graduate?

  • Powerline worker

  • Telephone lineman

  • Powerline technician

  • Electrical line worker

  • Tree trimmer

What would I do in this class?

  • Learn to safely install and climb poles

  • Install and upgrade wires

  • Operate a bucket and digger truck

What can I do with further training?

  • Utility line worker

  • Powerline worker

  • Installer

  • Tree trimmer

Program Quick Facts

Utility Lineworker students must be able to

  • Differentiate between many colors and shapes

  • Comprehend and use measuring devices and electrical math

  • Work in all types of weather and environments

  • Use PCs to assemble electrical drawings

  • Have good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to use hand and power tools

  • Communicate well with co-workers and customers

  • Handle heights in excess of 20 feet

Instructors

College Credits

Available Certifications

Lab Fees

Jim Pimpas

Josh Jump

  • CPR First Aid

  • NCCER Core

  • NCCER Level 1 -Power Line Worker 

  • OSHA 10

2 women on each electricity pole on the street fixing the light

Utility Lineworker
Student Testimonial