American Lineman College
Opening in California!
Classes Start February, 2024 Bakersfield, CA
Weekend or Weekday Classes Available
10 weeks - Affordable Tuition - Online and On-Campus Courses
The New Benchmark Standard
American Lineman College (ALC) is dedicated to nurturing the core knowledge, skills, and professionalism that students need to thrive in the power industry. Our comprehensive training programs go beyond climbing instruction to encompass essential groundman skills, ensuring that graduates become safe and productive members of any line crew.
Industry-Leading Groundman Training
ALC's groundman training program provides students with a thorough understanding of industry-best practices and standards for various tasks, including:
Energy Wheel (Hazard Identification) Certification
Assembling, preparing, and loading line apparatus
Digging holes for pole installation
Operating utility vehicles safely and efficiently
Stocking trucks with necessary line materials
Preparing the job site for optimal efficiency and safety
Using hand and power tools correctly and safely
Adhering to all applicable safety and construction standards (OSHA ET&D and G.O. 95)
Maintaining a clean and organized job site
Mastering Electricity Fundamentals and Lineworker Techniques
ALC's training extends beyond groundman skills to encompass a comprehensive understanding of electricity fundamentals and lineworker techniques. Students will gain proficiency in:
Basic electricity principles and terminology
Electrical systems and their components
Common framing methods for wood poles
Overhead and underground distribution systems
Rigging techniques for various linework tasks
Climbing Certification to safely ascend and descend structures
Protective grounding procedures