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Welcome to Northwest Lineman College

Through training and education, we help thousands achieve safe and rewarding careers in power delivery.

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Electrical Lineworker Program

Lineworkers answer the call to power our nation every day by operating, maintaining, and constructing a safe and reliable electrical grid.

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$86,000 Average
Industry WageView Source
Get Trained
in 15 Weeks
4 Campus
Locations
76% Graduate
Employment RateView Source

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Students and parents, contact us to learn more about our electrical lineworker program.

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Electric Power Industry

Electric Power is a huge industry in the U.S. with excellent, long-term career security and earning potential

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What Does An Electrical Lineworker Do?

After graduating and starting your career, you will be answering the call to power our nation, operating, maintaining, and constructing a safe and reliable electrical grid.

Every day will be filled with new challenges and responsibilities, including:

  • Maintaining, operating, and constructing high-voltage lines and equipment
  • Working in elevated positions, using the most up-to-date safety equipment
  • Operating heavy equipment such as cranes, boom trucks, and digger derricks
  • Being a first responder to restore power after natural disasters and incidental outages
  • Building the smart grid and intelligent grid of the future

Safety Comes First

Today, all the tools, procedures, and safety gear exist for those working in the electrical industry to enjoy long and rewarding careers.

  • Comprehensive OSHA regulations.
  • Formalized training and standardized procedures.
  • Insulated tools, gear, and equipment.
  • Advanced climbing gear, including fall-arresting SuperSqueeze.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

NLC Electrical Lineworker Program graduates have many career options with utility companies, including:

  • Electrical Power-Line Installers & Repairers
  • Meter Readers, Utilities
  • Electrical & Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, & Relay
  • Operating Engineers & Other Construction Equipment Operators
  • Wind Turbine Service Technicians
  • Signal & Track Switch Repairers
  • Helpers—Installation, Maintenance, & Repair Workers
  • Plant & System Operators, All Other
  • Electricians
  • Solar Photovoltaic Installers
  • Helpers—Electricians
  • First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, & Repairers
  • Crane and Tower Operators
  • Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers

Who We Are

Northwest Lineman College (NLC) is an educational institution that provides safety and certification training in the power delivery, natural gas, and telecommunications industries.

NLC offers complete solutions from pre-apprentice to advanced training and has remained committed to doing what’s best for the student for more than 25 years.

Since 1993, NLC has grown to over 300 employees with 4 campus locations across the United States.

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Learning at Northwest Lineman College

Learn how to safely construct, maintain, and operate the nation’s power grid.

Northwest Lineman College or NLC, promotes a positive learning environment where students are challenged, encouraged, and held accountable. Students are placed in crews where teamwork is emphasized daily.

Training Environment

Using the Three-Phase Educational Model, Northwest Lineman College focuses education around three domains of learning: Knowledge, Skill and Behavior. Each academic course, skill competency, and behavior expectation is shaped by this model.

Students attend class and field training in equal parts each day, Monday through Thursday. Fridays are reserved for preparation and study.

Meet Your Instructors

Exemplifying the best practices and expectations of trade professionals, instructors are certified adult educational specialists who give students individualized attention to maximize learning outcomes.

What is the difference between a technical school and A traditional university?

We train workers for successful careers in the electric utility industry.

Here are a few differences between technical schools and four year universities:

Technical Schools
  • Specific Training
  • Hard Skills
  • Lower Tuition
  • Shorter length of program
four-year Universities
  • Broad Education
  • Soft Skills
  • Potential for large student debt
  • Longer length for degree
If traditional college isn’t for you, then this is the best place to go. It really just gave me my start.

Eli Eingram
NLC Graduate

Lance Coolidge

If traditional college isn’t for you, then this is the best place to go. It really just gave me my start.Eli Eingram
NLC Graduate
Lance Coolidge

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Program Cost and Funding Options

Investing in your future can be more affordable than you think. Not only is the ELP shorter than one semester at a standard 4-year college, but it is also a fraction of the cost!

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Program Dates

With 3 terms a year, per campus, there has never been a better time to start your career in power delivery. See our term availability at the link below.

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Visit Northwest Lineman College

Learn more about our Electrical Lineworker Program by attending a virtual information session or visiting one of our four campuses in-person. Connect with us today!

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How Do I Get In?

Take a look at our Admissions Requirements below. If you qualify (or if you will qualify by the time a term begins) feel free to apply, or reach out to us for more information.

Admissions Requirements

  • Be at least 18 years of age by the start date of the term you select.
  • Have a high school diploma or GED.NLC requires high-school-level English language proficiency as documented by a High School Diploma or GED.
  • Possess a valid driver’s license.
  • Be eligible to obtain a Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL).
  • Be physically and mentally fit to participate (official Medical Release form provided during enrollment process).
  • 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 270 pounds due to weight restrictions of fall protection equipment.

If you meet these qualifications, you are welcome to submit an application.

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