Lineman

Hour-based
ONET: 49-9051.00

4

Years

576h

Related instructions

6000h

On-the-job training
Classroom instruction topics
  • Basic Electricity
  • Generation & Transmission of Electricity
  • Basic Math & Algebra
  • Nomenclature & Use of Tools & Equipment
  • Ropes, Knots & Splices
  • Conductors, Current Carrying Capacity
  • Construction & Maintenance of Distribution & Transmission Lines
  • Underground Systems
  • Series & Parallel Circuits
  • Inductance, Reactance, Alternating Current
  • Three Phase Systems
  • Transformer Connections (Wye & Delta)
  • Voltage Regulators; Capacitors
  • Substation Erection & Maintenance
  • Metering
  • Work Procedures - Transformers, Regulators, Reclosures & Sectionalizers, OCB's
  • Use of Voltmeters, Ampmeters
  • Protective Grounding
  • Troubleshooting
  • First Aid, CPR, Pole Top Rescue
  • Safety
  • Kansas Electric Cooperative Hotline School
  • Overhead/Underground Metering School
  • Comprehensive review of OSHA 29 CFR Part 1910 Electric Generation, Transmission and Distribution, Electrical Protective Equipment; Final Rule
On-the-job training
  • Transmission
  • Substations
  • Distribution - New Construction Overhead
  • Distribution - Maintenance and Rebuild
  • Street Lighting
  • Live Line Maintenance
  • Metering
  • Transformers
  • System protection
  • Capacitors, Regulators, Etc.
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Topeka, KS (66603)
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