Pre-apprentice Electrical Lineworker

Pre-Apprentice Electrical Lineworker Student Guidelines/Requirements
This is a Workforce Development Program. As such, you are expected to act and perform just as you would on the job. These are a few guidelines that you will be expected to follow:
1. Be at work on time (punctual).
2. Proper attire at all times – failure to dress appropriately will result in a one-day suspension. Proper attire includes the following:
a. 100 % Cotton Pants
b. 100 % Cotton Long Sleeve shirt (tucked in)
c. Work issue line boots
d. Name tag (visible at all times except when climbing)
e. Good Hygiene
f. No improper language on shirts
g. Belts preferred, but not required
3. Students will be evaluated at the end of the seven-week course on:
a. Ability to climb
b. Dependability
c. Initiative
d. Getting along with others
e. Following instructions
f. Working aloft
4. A student may be terminated from the course if he/she has more than 3 (excused or unexcused) absences or tardiness. An unexcused absence or tardiness will result in a one-day suspension. Professional courtesy dictates that you should call your lead instructor prior to being absent or tardy (no texting).
5. 30 Minute Lunch Period
6. Required to climb poles daily and pass the physical agility test. Any student that refuses to perform any of the required activities of the program can be terminated for failure to comply with all class requirements.
7. Absolutely cannot be afraid of heights
8. In accordance with industry standards in terms of bucket truck operations, students must weigh 275lbs. or less.
9. Must be willing to learn to work secondary voltage and high voltage
10. Students must have physical abilities appropriate to the nature of work including upper body strength to lift 75 lbs. and to work aloft on power poles for several hours at a time.
11. Students must be able to work well under stress, such as little or no sleep and in all weather conditions
12. Must have good rapport with the public
13. Students whose cumulative score for the course is less than 75% will not pass
14. Students are responsible for their own health insurance and medical care
15. Safety is the #1 most important aspect of this class. There are inherent dangers associated with this program, including fall hazards from various heights. Extreme caution should be observed at all times and instructions given by the instructor should be followed exactly. Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) is issued to each student. It is mandatory that each student care for and maintain their PPE and it should be worn at all times as directed by the instructor.