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
- 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.
Interested? Fill out the form below:
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
Page last updated May 7, 2024.