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
Course Descriptions
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)
- 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.
- 2025 Spring Schedule Coming Soon!
- Classes will be held Monday through Friday, with one Saturday training, at Del Mar College Windward Campus and the NEC Training Field in Robstown.
- Classes go from 8:00 am to 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:
A. Michelle Avalos
Director
Career & Industry Training
361-698-2445
aavalos4@delmar.edu
Page last updated September 16, 2024.