Jefferson’s Lineman Training program prepares student to enter and be successful in the Line Utility Industry.
What is Lineman Training?
The Lineman Training program provides students the instruction and training to embark on a career as a line technician in the utility industry. Jefferson uses a comprehensive curriculum, up-to-date training methods, and industry standard equipment to provide students with an excellent training experience. Our instructors are experienced journeyman lineman with years of industry and training experience.
Lineman jobs in the utility industry include working in adverse outdoor conditions including rain, cold, heat, dark, high winds, and other extreme conditions. Work is done at elevated levels and includes climbing poles and the use of bucket trucks.
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Getting Started
What are my degree, diploma, and certificate options?
How Do I Pay For This?
$9,200 tuition includes all training materials, curriculum, books, CPR certification, and personal equipment that the student takes with them after completion of the course.
An accelerated CDL course will be offered with the lineman class for an extra $1000.
Tuition to be paid in full three weeks before the first day of class.
Acceptable payment methods: cash, money order, debit/credit card, bank check, GI benefits and student loans.
How Do I Apply?
To get started, please complete the Lineman Program Application. If you have questions, email jf-lineman@kctcs.edu.
Enrollments are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Class size is limited, and a wait list will be kept for future sessions.
What Else Do I Need to Know?
Additional Information
Lineman training program applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have a High School Diploma or GED.
- Pass the DOT physical requirements.
- Obtain a CDL driver's permit before the first day of class (must have valid driver’s license to obtain the permit).
| Session | Dates | Tuition Due | Orientation | Graduate Showcase Advisory Panel Meeting | Graduation/Family Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Feb 24–Apr 17 | Feb 3 | Jan 20 at 5 p.m. | Apr 9 at 10 a.m. | Apr 15 at 3 p.m. |
| CDL Testing/Class Prep | Apr 21–May 2 | ||||
| 2 | May 5–June 26 | Apr 14 | March 31 at 5 p.m. | June 18 at 10 a.m. | June 24 at 3 p.m. |
| CDL Testing/Class Prep | June 30–July 11 | ||||
| 3 | July 14–Sept 4 | June 23 | June 9 at 5 p.m. | Aug 27 at 10 a.m. | Sept 2 at 3 p.m. |
| CDL Testing/Class Prep | Sept 8–26 | ||||
| 4 | Sept 29–Nov 20 | Sept 8 | Aug 25 at 5 p.m. | Nov 12 at 10 a.m. | Nov 18 at 3 p.m. |
