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 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 at all Del Mar College locations:
    • Del Mar College Heritage Campus, VB 219
    • Del Mar College Windward Campus, ET A205
    • Del Mar College Oso Creek Campus, Library
    • Del Mar College Northwest Center, West Wing Lobby
    • Center for Economic Development, CED 115
    • Email request to ezamora25@delmar.edu
  • Completed Student Packet Applications due prior to registering.
  • Spring Cohort: Monday, March 25, 2024 - Friday, May 31, 2024.
  • Classes will be held Monday through Friday, with one Saturday training, at Del Mar College Heritage Campus and the NEC Training Field in Robstown. Classes are scheduled to begin at 8:00 am and end at 6:00 pm or earlier depending on the skills being covered that week. Evening review sessions are also offered as needed.

For more information:

Elizabeth Zamora
Career Training Program Manager
361-698-1696
ezamora25@delmar.edu

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

 Entry-Level Electrical Lineworker Program Interest Form


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Page last updated January 29, 2024.

Contact Information

Continuing Education
101 Baldwin Blvd.
Corpus Christi, TX 78404

(361) 698-1328

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