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

Fall Academy: Monday, September 9, 2024 - Friday, November 15, 2024

Course Descriptions

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 are available upon request by calling 361-698-2122 or emailing aavalos4@delmar.edu
• Completion of Student Packet Applications is required to complete registration.
• Fall Cohort: Monday, September 9, 2024 - Friday, November 15, 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 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.

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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