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Electrical Lineworker
This 15-week long program teaches students how to install, maintain, and repair electrical power lines. Students who complete the Electrical Lineworker program will have several valuable certifications to prove their credentials and the chance to work in industries like electric power generation, transmission and distribution, and power and construction.
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Tulsa Welding School’s Electrical Lineworker Program – Where Adrenaline meets Purpose
Electrical Line Workers are the backbone of American infrastructure – bringing electricity and safety to communities across the country. Enroll in the Electrical Lineworker program at TWS, and join the brotherhood of pole climbing, bucket rescuing, installing and repairing power lines.
With 80% of the curriculum coming from practical training led by industry veteran lineworkers and smaller class sizes allowing for more 1-on-1 instruction, job readiness begins on day one.
Complete the program in as little as 15 weeks and have the opportunity to earn these 8 valuable certifications:
- Bucket Rescue (Aerial Lift Rescue)
- Pole Top Rescue
- First Aid
- CPR
- Climbing
- OSHA-10 Safety
- Digger Derrick
- Chainsaw Safety & Maintenance
- NSC Flagger (Dallas Metro Only)
Conveniently located in the metro areas of DFW and the city of Jacksonville, you don’t have to travel far to take advantage of this amazing opportunity.
Curriculum That Prepares You for the Industry
The Electrical Lineworker program courses prepare you for environments, scenarios, and safety standards you’ll encounter while working in the industry:
- Climbing in Elevated Work Site (Pole Climbing)
- Overhead Construction
- Underground Construction
- System Design and Operation
- National Electric Safety Code
- AC and DC Circuits, and Electric Power
Why Tulsa Welding School?
- Small Class Sizes = Get more 1-on-1 instruction from our skilled faculty and have your questions answered during the entire length of the program.
- Campus Location = Tulsa Welding School makes it our mission to be located in the center of major metropolitan areas and have access to nearby public transportation. Find more access to part-time jobs while you’re in school, and take advantage of the amenities that being in a big city provides.
The curriculum is consistent with the national standards for electric power generation, distribution, and transmission industry as described in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Students will have the opportunity to qualify for OSHA-10 certification upon successful completion of this program, students will receive a Diploma.
Classes are taught in English only.
Where Storm Chasers Become Life Savers!
When the storm strikes and our power is hit, Electrical Lineworkers are the unsung heroes of our communities – rushing in to restore the grid, and saving the lives of those depending on the structure power provides to our society.
Are you up to the challenge?
Employment is Expected to Grow for Line Installers and Repairers in the US by 9,700 Jobs by 2032!i
Featured on Lineman Central
Our Electrical Lineworker Program is featured on Lineman Central, a fantastic resource for people who are interested in getting into the trade as well as recent graduates who are looking for entry-level career opportunities after graduation!
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Electrical Lineworker Class Start Dates
Class Schedules
- Morning 7:00am-3:30pm
Experiences & Opportunities
Resources for TWS Students
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Employer Partnerships
TWS has partnerships with major employers across the United States. Our dedicated Career Services team will be there to support you every step of the way after graduation.
The Right Tools for the Job
When you begin your education at TWS, we provide you with an extensive gear package. You get the high quality professional tools you need to succeed. Ask your Admissions Representative for more information about the gear package for your program.
Celebrating 75 Years!
From a local welding school in Tulsa Oklahoma, to multiple locations and programs nationwide, TWS is proud to celebrate our 75th Anniversary!
Ready to Move Forward?
All it takes to move forward is making that first step. Whether you need more information, schedule a tour or want to speak to someone, we’re with you every step of the way.
Are YOU ready to change your life?
Listen to these TWS graduates who changed theirs.
We all come from different walks of life, and different circumstances, but it’s the hard work we do and the blood sweat and tears put in to make us who we are today.
Tulsa Welding School gave these graduates the structure, confidence, and guidance they needed to make a difference in their lives. It only takes one decision to start the journey on a path towards a better career. A better Life.
Hear the stories of these TWS graduates and how they changed their lives:
Jonathan Garza
Coming from a place of darkness and addiction, Jonathan made the change he needed to get his life back on track for his family, career, and his stability. Professional Welding Graduate from our Houston campus - Hear his story on how TWS changed his life.
David Mclean
With so many options in front of him and no clear path ahead, David chose to invest in his life and make the decision to enroll at a trade school. TWS gave him the opportunities to be the best version of himself he could be. Professional Welding Graduate from our Jacksonville campus - Hear his story on how TWS changed his life
Cody Hudgens
Not basing his chances on luck, Cody took the opportunity of becoming a welder in his own hands after serving in the United States Marine Corps. TWS gave him the knowledge and skills he needed to take his passion to the next level. Professional Welding Graduate from our Tulsa campus - Hear his story on how TWS changed his life
Admissions Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be either a high school graduate or have your G.E.D
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Be eligible to obtain a Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL)
- Provide proof of current medical insurance coverage by the start date of the term you select. (Students are required to keep current coverage for the duration of the program.)
- Not have a felony conviction on your record
- Weigh no more than 300 pounds due to weight restrictions of fall protection equipment
- Complete the online learning readiness assessment
- Be physically and mentally fit to participate (official Medical Release form provided during enrollment process)
- Proof of passing the DOT Physical, and our Doctor and Medical Release form signed by you and your doctor
Program Courses for Electrical Lineworker
OSHA and Compliance Training
EL101
The student will receive basic, as well as more advanced, training about common safety and health hazards on the job. Students will be required to become proficient and qualify on various hands-on safety tasks that are necessary for employment as a Lineworker.
During this course students will earn their OSHA 10 card and American Red Cross Public Safety Two Year Certification. Bucket Escape, Pole Top Rescue and Bucket Rescue 1-year qualifications will also be earned, as well as an ATSSA Flagger Certification.
Requirements
- 3 Semester Credit Hours
- 43 Lecture Hours
- 34 Lab Hours
- 77 Total Contact Hours
Job Briefs and Leadership Training
EL102
During this course the student will be introduced to job briefs, learning their importance and how to create and effectively deliver one.
Creating and delivering a successful job brief from a leadership position means doing an effective job hazard analysis, mitigation and implementing direct controls for each hazard, and clearly communicating this information to the crew in regards to their roles and responsibilities.
Requirements
- 2 Semester Credit Hours
- 20 Lecture Hours
- 41 Lab Hours
- 61 Total Contact Hours
Pole Climbing School
EL103
During climbing school, students will learn proper technique to correctly and safely climb utility poles at various heights. They will become proficient with assembling, inspecting, wearing and using climbing tools including hand tools, a wood pole fall restraint and secondary rope.
During this portion of the Electrical Lineman Training Program, students will work to become competent climbers, maintain positive fall restraint while transitioning obstacles and pass qualification testing at the end of the course.
Requirements
- 3 Semester Credit Hours
- 4 Lecture Hours
- 91 Lab Hours
- 95 Total Contact Hours
General Pole Line Construction
EL104
During EL104 students will study construction standard drawings for different types of services. Classes will then apply this knowledge in a hands-on setting. In this course students will be introduced to pole line construction, where they will learn the most common tasks performed with in the field.
Students will gain experience digging pole holes, converting tangent construction to alley arm construction, guy wires and anchors. They will practice and master the required knots and utilize them during the pole line construction.
Requirements
- 3.5 Semester Credit Hours
- 39 Lecture Hours
- 56 Lab Hours
- 95 Total Contact Hours
Field Equipment, Tools and Materials
EL105
Students will become familiar with various field equipment, tools and materials during EL105. Students will learn to do pre-flights, set up and operate a Digger Derrick and Bucket Truck. They will work together to load and set poles and transformers/material.
This course will also explore uses of other tools of the trade including ladders, chain saws and hotsticks.
Requirements
- 4 Semester Credit Hours
- 34 Lecture Hours
- 86 Lab Hours
- 120 Total Contact Hours
- 5 Outside Prep Hours
Introduction to Transformers and Grounding
EL106
Students will learn about the various transformers and distribution methods used in the industry, including the Wye and Delta connections and how those connections are used in power distribution.
Upon course completion they will have a basic understanding of pad-mounted and overhead transformers, and how they work, as well as connection types often used in the field. Additionally, students will learn to properly install protective grounds and bonds (EPZ) at the worksite.
Requirements
- Prerequisite Course(s): HVE100 & HVR100
- 1 Semester Credit Hours
- 13 Lecture Hours
- 19 Lab Hours
- 32 Total Contact Hours
What’s Included in the Gear Kit?
As part of the gear package, we set you up with everything you need to be successful:
- Tool Belt
- Hand Tools
- Gloves
- Safety Glasses
- Boots
- Steel Pole Climbers
- Positioning Lanyard
- Holster
- Tool Bags
- Hooks
- …and More!
Career Outlook
Confused on what the career path looks like for an Electrical Lineworker? There are many different avenues you can start down with entry-level training, and different types of employment you can find yourself in:
Financing Options Through Climb
The Climb Credit Organization partners with career-focused schools to offer affordable and accessible financing options to students for short term programs that do not have access to federal financial aid.
- Climb loans with affordable interest rates and low monthly payments
- 0% interest rate plans if you qualify
- Continued support from Climb staff during the loan & financing process
Talk to a qualified TWS Student Finance Representative during the enrollment process to see if you qualify!
The Electrical Lineworker Program is now Available at our Jacksonville Campus!
We are excited to announce that we are expanding our 15-week Electrical Lineworker program to our campus in Jacksonville!
Join the brethren of lineworkers as you climb poles and save neighborhoods, now in the sunny state of Florida.
Watch our Regional Campus President – Michael Cole talk about the upcoming program, the decision to expand, and details about the program on First Coast living:
Hear from an Electrical Lineworker Graduate:
Alexander Barrios, 22, from Dallas, Texas, recently graduated from the Electrical Lineworker program at Tulsa Welding School’s new Dallas Metro campus. He previously worked at UPS while pursuing an Associate of Science in Electrical Engineering. Alexander Initially planning to transfer to Texas A&M, but his interest shifted after a conversation with a coworker about the lineworker trade. He was drawn to the financial benefits and rewarding nature of the work, leading him to enroll in the program after a positive campus visit.
Alexander appreciated the blend of classroom instruction and hands-on training, especially the excitement of climbing utility poles. He had no prior electrical knowledge, but the program was structured to accommodate beginners. The program was intensive, requiring eight hours a day of study and practice.
Since graduating in November 2023, he has become an Apprentice Groundman at Traffic Control Devices (TCD). His role involves supporting a journeyman and working within a crew, fostering teamwork and camaraderie. Alexander enjoys the job and is satisfied with his pay, which is higher than his previous roles. He aims to gain experience at TCD and eventually become a journeyman, with aspirations to work for a larger power company like Oncor.
He encourages prospective students to engage fully in hands-on training, maintain a positive attitude, and seek support during challenges. Alexander values the connections he made at school, emphasizing the importance of networking in the industry.
Overall, Alexander’s journey reflects resilience and a commitment to building a successful career in the skilled trades, driven by his passion for practical work and community impact.
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