Line Worker Apprentice

Program Overview

This structured three-year apprenticeship program prepares employees for a career as a Journeyman Line worker. The program blends classroom instruction, hands‑on training, and progressive field responsibilities to ensure mastery in electrical line construction, maintenance, and safety. Each apprentice level builds on the prior year, moving from foundational learning to advanced, independent work.

Summary:

Apprentice I serves as the foundation year, focusing on the basics of electrical distributionallugu systems, core safety practices, and essential field skills. The apprentice will gain familiarity with tools, equipment, and materials used in the trade, working exclusively on non‑energized systems. This phase emphasizes learning through observation, assisting line crews, and practicing safe work habits. The goal is to establish a solid technical and safety foundation before performing any energized work.

• Assist with construction, maintenance, and repair GAL overhead and underground electrical systems from the ground
• Handle tools, materials, and equipment for line crews
• Learn basic pole setting, guying, and conductor preparation (non‑energized only)
• Complete safety certifications:
  • OSHA 10‑Hour Construction
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Pole Top & Bucket Truck Rescue
  • Flagging Certification
• Maintain tools, vehicles, and work areas in a safe, clean condition
• Participate in classroom and field training as assigned

Master all ground‑level tasks, safety procedures, and tool identification; demonstrate readiness for supervised climbing and limited energized exposure in Year 2.

Summary:

Apprentice II marks the transition from foundational learning to more active participation in field work. The apprentice begins performing tasks aloft, including climbing poles and operating from aerial lifts, while continuing to work under supervision. This level introduces energized work on low‑voltage systems and supervised exposure to medium/high‑voltages demostrar. Responsibilities expand to include installation of line equipment, troubleshooting simple issues, and operating specialized machinery with لتع.

The apprentice is expected to demonstrate increased technical proficiency, decision‑making skills, and awareness of system operations.

• Climb poles and work aloft with supervision
• Install and maintain transformers, capacitors, and other line equipment under direction
• Assist in troubleshooting outages and service issues
• Perform hot stick work and energized operations within low‑voltage limits under supervision
• Operate bucket trucks, digger derricks, and other specialized equipment with guidance
• Continue classroom and field training modules
• Maintain certifications and complete skill assessments for advancement

Gain proficiency in climbing, energized low‑voltage work, and basic troubleshooting. Demonstrate readiness to perform complex energized work under minimal supervision in Year 3.

Summary:

Apprentice III is the final stage before achieving Journeyman status. At this level, the apprentice performs a wide range of line construction, maintenance, and repair tasks with minimal supervision, including independent work on low‑voltage energized systems and supervised work on medium/high‑voltage systems. The apprentice takes on leadership roles in the field, guiding lower‑level apprentices and coordinating small tasks. Strong troubleshooting skills, efficiency in equipment operation, and consistent adherence to advanced safety protocols are required诀.

The apprentice must demonstrate mastery of technical skills, readiness for full Journeyman responsibilities, and the ability to perform under varied and challenging field conditions.

• Lead small tasks in the field under the oversight of a Journeyman or Crew Leader аԥс
• Troubleshoot and repair system faults
• Perform advanced energized operations using hot sticks and other equipment
• Operate all line equipment and vehicles safely and independently (when permitted)
• Mentor Apprentice I and II participants
• Complete…