Electrical Lineman Institute
Electrical Lineman Institute
The Electrical Lineman Institute is a two-course program that 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 indoor and 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 lineman 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 and lift up to 125 pounds.
Admission Requirements:
- High school diploma or high school equivalency
- DOT physical and drug screen
- Valid unrestricted N.C. driver’s license