Upon Completion, students are qualified for an entry-level position as an electrical line technician.
The Electrical Lineworker Institute prepares students for a career as an apprentice for a Journeyman Lineman. In this program, you will develop the knowledge and skills to install, operate, maintain, and repair outdoor residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems, and associated power transmission lines. You will study basic circuits, wiring practice, A.C. and D.C. controls, safety procedures, and learn about the power lines which carry electricity from the source to its destination.
You will learn how to use hand and electric tools, and how to read and interpret blueprints and other written and graphic instructions. Your work will combine classroom courses with laboratory hours which offer practical, hands-on training.
If you enjoy traveling, working outdoors, and working with electrical equipment, then this training program may be for you. A Lineworker is required to travel extensively and work in emergency restorations during times of bad weather. Students must possess the physical ability to climb to heights in excess of 50 feet.
Intent: The intent of the Electrical Lineworker student is to earn credentials and gain knowledge to obtain a job in an industry related profession earning a family sustaining wage.
Characteristics associated with success in this major include an interest in working with your hands and a pride in the successful completion of a job.
You should:
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| ELT-7000 Electrical Lineworker Training 1 | $433.00 |
| ELT-7001 Electrical Lineworker Training 2 | $344.00 |
| ID Badge | $2.50 |
| Lineworker Boots | $150.00 - $200.00 |
| CDL Permit | $60.00 |
| CDL License | $100.00 |
| DOT Physical & DOT Drug Screen | varies with insurance |
| TOTAL | $1,140.00 estimated |
Financial assistance available.
Electrical Lineworker I > Electrical Lineworker II
| National | North Carolina | |
|---|---|---|
| Per Year | Per Year | |
| Starting Salary | 46,000 | 33,862 |
| Average Salary | 63,000 | 48,692 |
To learn more about a career in the Electrical Lineworker field, visit CCC&TI's Career Coach site for the following program:
Electrical Lineworker Institute
More information about the Electrical Lineworker profession at: My Next Move
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| Title | Course/Section | Meeting Information | Available Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Lineman I | ELT-7000-102 | 05/13/2024-07/02/2024 Classroom Hours Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00AM - 05:00PM, Elec Linework, Room 101 (more)... Additional Meeting Info: CALDWELL CAMPUS. CLASS MEETS M-TH 8:00A-5:00P, F 8:00A-12:00P. |
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| Electrical Lineman II | ELT-7001-102 | 05/13/2024-07/02/2024 Classroom Hours Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00AM - 05:00PM, Lineman Pole Yard-Hudson Campu, Room YARD (more)... Additional Meeting Info: CLASSES HELD M-TH 8AM-5PM, F 8AM-12PM. CALDWELL CAMPUS. |
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| Electrical Lineman I | ELT-7000-103 | 07/15/2024-08/30/2024 Classroom Hours Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00AM - 05:00PM, Lineman Pole Yard-Hudson Campu, Room YARD (more)... Additional Meeting Info: CLASS MEETS MONDAY-THURSDAY 8AM-5PM; FRIDAY 8AM-12PM. CLASS ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 2ND MEETS FROM 8AM-5PM (8 HOURS) |
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| Electrical Lineman II | ELT-7001-103 | 07/15/2024-08/30/2024 Classroom Hours Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00AM - 05:00PM, Lineman Pole Yard-Hudson Campu, Room YARD (more)... | 19 |
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Licensure: Authorization granted to CCC&TI to provide instruction within another state does not imply or provide guarantees of any kind that an individual will be granted professional licensure by another state as a result of completing coursework at CCC&TI or receiving professional licensure in North Carolina. It is the sole responsibility of the individual/student to determine whether another college or license-awarding agency in another state will accept CCC&TI coursework and/or award licensure through a reciprocity agreement with the State of North Carolina.
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