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Coastal Carolina Community College

Powerline Technician - DOL Registered Pre-Apprenticeship Program

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Website provided by the program.

At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
Duration not listed
Locations
1 location in North Carolina · jobs available nationwide
Career field
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair, Construction and Extraction
Target MOS/ratings
All

About the program

The Powerline Technician Training Program is a 14-week course designed to provide students with the basic skills needed to launch a career with Electrical Utilities and/or contractors in the areas of underground and overhead line work with an emphasis in safety. In addition, students earn certifications in First Aid/CPR, OSHA 10hr, Flagger Certification, Competent Person in Trenching and Excavation, and a Class A CDL Driver's License. This course is a registered Pre-Apprenticeship by the N.C Department of Commerce. https://www.coastalcarolina.edu/academics/con-ed/trades/powerline-technician-program/

Jobs this program prepares you for

Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers

Eligibility & prerequisites

No prerequisite eligibility requirements

Interviews take place one month prior to the course start date, SkillBridge approval is required to interview.

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ