Power Line Technician Apprenticeship Program

Where there is a power disturbance, failure, or storm damage, Power Line Technicians locate the source of the problem, and replace or repair defective power lines and accessories. Power Line Technicians work with high and low voltage and work outdoors at various work sites, in a variety of climates.

What you will learn

How to install, construct, repair and maintain power pole lines, towers and underground cable systems
How to climb power poles or towers at heights ranging from 30 to 400 feet and use proper safety procedures
Work with high and low voltage and work outdoors at various work sites, in a variety of climates, including storms in order to repair power outages
How to handle large, bulky and often heavy materials or equipment
How to use tools and materials, and how to operate a bucket truck attached to aerial lift boom
How to restore power at any time of the day or night

Step 1

Gain Employment

Step 2

Trades Trainees Registration

Step 3

Complete Program Prerequisites

Step 4

Application for Indentureship

Apprenticeship Program Pathway to Certification

See how you can become a certified Power Line Technician

Indentureship

Apprentices are Indentured to the JLATA. Once your application is accepted into the Apprenticeship Program, the JLATA will register you with the Industry Training Authority (ITA) as your Sponsor.

Apprentice Responsibilities

Apprentices are responsible for ensuring they progress through the Apprenticeship Program smoothly by following the Apprentice responsibilities set out below.

Work-Based Training

About 80% of the Apprenticeship Program is work-based training. Apprentices will accumulate one hour of work-based training for each hour worked on the job with their Employer

Reporting Hours and Progress

Apprentices have access to the JLATA Member Database to track and record their progress and hours on the job

Technical Training

About 20% of the Apprenticeship Program is technical training. Technical training is met through block release training (full time at school) delivered by BC Hydro Trades Training Centre.

Recommendation

Once all required work-based hours, technical training and any other program requirements have been completed and you pass the Inter-provincial Red Seal Examination

Credentials Awarded

Certification as a Power Line Technician! When you successfully complete the Apprenticeship Program you are awarded Provincial and National Credentials and Certificates.

Manage Online Track Your Progress

Keep track of your Apprenticeship progress online. Upon acceptance, you will be provided a login to the JLATA Database to ensure your up-to-date information and track your progress.

Skilled Trades Red Seal Program

Power Line Technician is a nationally designated trade under the Red Seal program. The Red Seal is the national standard of excellence for skilled trades in Canada.

Certification Code of Excellence

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