College Certificate - Powerline Technician

Join the College of the North Atlantic's Powerline Technician program. Gain hands-on skills and support for international students. Apply now!

Program Description This red seal program will prepare students to build and repair overhead and underground power lines used to conduct electricity from generating plants to the customer. Some of the duties include: Erect and maintain steel, wood or concrete poles, towers and guy wires Install, maintain and repair overhead and underground powerlines, cables, insulators, lighting arrestors and switches Repair or replace transformers and street lighting Splice, solder and insulate conductors Diagnose power distribution and transmission faults Outcomes Demonstrate safe work practices and personal protection. Interpret occupational documents. Use and maintain tools and equipment. Use and maintain electrical distribution systems and their equipment.