Lineworker

The Lineworker certificate program at Hudson Valley Community College is a one- to two-year credential offered at this public institution in Troy, NY. The program falls within the construction trades field (CIP 46.0303) and trains students in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical power lines and utility distribution systems, including work with overhead and underground lines.

Hudson Valley Community College offers several related technical and engineering programs, including Civil Engineering Technologies, Architectural Engineering Technologies, Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, and Computer Support Specialist. Students in the lineworker program can expect hands-on training in utility pole climbing, electrical safety, line construction techniques, and equipment operation relevant to the electric utility industry.