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"EITI has been a large part of [our] business success. In an industry that is growing well beyond the supply of skilled and qualified tradesmen, we have come to rely heavily upon EITI to provide their expertise in training....Now, our highly trained and skilled workforce is able to handle any large and complex project with efficiency and an exceptional, industry-leading safety record."

— Chris Grajek ALLTECK LINE CONTRACTORS INC. (TEXAS)

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Excel in your career in substation operations

Get the essential skills you need to prepare for a career as an Electrical Lineworker

Electrical Lineworker Pre-apprenticeship Certificate

Developed by industry for industry, this certification program will prepare students for a career in power line maintenance and operations.

FORMAT:

  • 8 week, full-time program (Mon-Fri; 8-4:30)
  • Classroom and Practical Hands-on Training, supplemented with On-line Training.
  • STUDENTS: Only available through a sponsoring employer or partnering educational institution. This program is not open to individual registrations.
  • CORPORATIONS: Also see Journeyman Lineworker programs in our On-site Programs and contact info@eiti.us for more information.

PROGRAM OUTLINE:

With a focus on creating real results, EITI programs include both classroom and hands-on training. Meeting and exceeding all applicable regulations and standards, EITI programs emphasize safety and productivity.

This comprehensive 8-week certification program includes:

Electrical Theory
  • Describe electrical fundamentals
  • Describe the operation of single phase motors and generators
  • Describe single phase transformation
  • Describe metering (single phase primary and secondary)
Safety and Safe Work Procedures
  • Interpret OSHA safety regulations
  • Identify and demonstrate lock out procedures [OSHA]
  • Identify personal protective equipment
  • Demonstrate Communication methods
  • Fall Arrest/Restrain (OSHA)
  • Ladder Safety (OSHA)
  • Recognize levels of training involvement
  • On sight planning workshop for crews-tailboards
  • Safe Chainsaw Operations
  • Recognize and observe limits of approach
  • Demonstrate Boom Truck Operations
  • Traffic Control (OSHA)
  • Identify and demonstrate correct grounding procedures
Climbing
  • Identify the care and use of climbing equipment
  • Climber Maintenance
  • Demonstrate climbing wood structures
  • Perform Pole and Bucket Truck Rescue Procedures
  • Demonstrate working on elevated platforms
  • Describe the testing for pole (structure) stability
  • Pole stubbing
Policies and Regulations
  • Interpret environmental considerations (i.e. Oil Spills)
  • Interpret motor vehicle policies and regulations
  • Explain employer and worker rights
Tools and Instruments
  • Demonstrate the care and use of hand tools.
  • Demonstrate the care and use of power tools.
  • Demonstrate the care and use of test equipment.
  • Describe the care and use of live line tools.
Equipment
  • Identify types of line equipment
  • Demonstrate care and use of hydraulically equipped vehicles
  • Demonstrate preparing and setting of a pole
Rigging
  • Describe work, force and mechanical advantage
  • Identify and demonstrate lifting components
  • Demonstrate knots, hitches and rope identification
Overhead Distribution
  • Identify and select material
  • Identify line status
  • Install pole mounted transformer
  • Construct distribution lines
  • Install services, meters
  • Install guys and anchors
URD Distribution
  • Identify and select material
  • Identify line status
  • Prepare and install secondary lugs and prep for meter installation


PRE-REQUISITE

  • Strength in math and mechanical aptitude is recommended.
  • No related work experience is required at this level.


CERTIFICATION

Students must successfully complete the program with an academic grade of 70% or higher. Students must also demonstrate hands-on proficiency.

For more detailed information, contact EITI.