Utilities

The TEEX Utilities Program offers both electric power and telecommunications courses to industry professionals. Available training for private sector organizations, county, and local agencies covers not only industry fundamentals but also advanced training topics. Training areas covered range from fiber optics, cable splicing, telephony, and the deployment of telecom services to customized technical training covering safety, the use of electrical power equipment and several online training options. Specialized training specific to disaster management for electric power systems and leadership programs are also available.

TEEX Utilities Training Programs

Utilities Competencies

In addition to the courses on this page, we also offer customized training on the following topic areas:

  • Wood Pole Climbing and Rigging
  • Wood Pole Climbing Train the Trainer
  • Electric Power Principles
  • Aerial Lift Operations
  • Bucket and Digger Truck Operations
  • Aerial Lift Rescue for First Responders
  • Bucket and Digger Truck Operations Train the Trainer
  • Personal Protective Grounding
  • Essential Apprentice Skills
  • Overhead Line Construction
  • Single-Phase Transformer Connections, Meters, and Installation
  • Three-Phase Transformer Connections, Meters, and Installation
  • Rubber Gloving, I: Single-Phase Systems
  • Rubber Gloving II: Three-Phase Systems
  • Rubber Gloving III: Emergency Procedures
  • Underground Electrical Systems
  • Overhead and Underground System MaintenancePower Line Reconducting
  • Substation Equipment Operations
  • Troubleshooting Overhead and Underground Systems
  • Distribution/Transmission Hot Stick Operations
  • 10-Hour Outreach Training for the Construction ET&D Industry
  • Leadership Essentials
  • Online Fundamentals of Electricity

Please contact Lorrie Ramsey ([email protected]) or 979.645.6525) so we can help you with your training needs.

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“Each instructor brought a different skill and knowledge when it came to the electric power industry, adding up to 200 years of experience. Their patience and knowledge prepared us for the industry. Because of the TEEX Lineworker Academy, I was gainfully employed with the City of College Station the day after graduation. Now that TEEX has impacted my life, I can now go on to impact our community.” (B. Linnell, Class #002)

Funding Options: DHS/FEMA Veterans Benefits GSA
Delivery Types: Online Face-to-Face Blended Online Instructor-Led
Category Course # Course Title Description Division
Level 1 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship EPP111 Level 1 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship Program
The Level 1 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship Program course is designed to provide participants with a foundation of knowledge and skills for utility work. This course includes an overview of essential apprentice skills such as, wood pole climbing and basic rigging, electric power principles, bucket and digger truck operations, and personal protective grounding. Show less
The Level 1 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship Program course is designed to provide participants with a foundation of knowledge and skills for utility work. This course includes an overview of essential apprentice skills such as, wood pole climbing and basic rigging, electric power… Show more
 Face-to-Face ITSI Learn More about Level 1 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship Program
Level 2 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship EPP211 Level 2 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship Program
The Level 2 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship Program course is designed to provide participants with the general knowledge and skills of electrical utility work. Topics covered will include constructing overhead utility lines, single-phase transformer connections and installation, single phase meters and installation, as well as rubber gloving on single-phase systems. Underground electrical systems will also be covered. Show less
The Level 2 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship Program course is designed to provide participants with the general knowledge and skills of electrical utility work. Topics covered will include constructing overhead utility lines, single-phase transformer connections and installation,… Show more
 Face-to-Face ITSI Learn More about Level 2 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship Program
Level 3 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship EPP311 Level 3 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship Program
The Level 3 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship Program course is designed to provide participants with intermediate knowledge and skills of utility work. Topics covered will include rubber gloving on three-phase systems and overhead and underground system maintenance. Three-phase transformer connections, meters, and installation will also be covered. Show less
The Level 3 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship Program course is designed to provide participants with intermediate knowledge and skills of utility work. Topics covered will include rubber gloving on three-phase systems and overhead and underground system maintenance. Three-phase… Show more
 Face-to-Face ITSI Learn More about Level 3 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship Program
Level 4 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship EPP411 Level 4 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship Program
The Level 4 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship Program course is designed to provide participants with the advanced knowledge and skills of utility work. Topics covered will include emergency rubber gloving procedures, OSHA 10-Hour Construction for ET&D, troubleshooting overhead and underground systems, and essentials of leadership. Show less
The Level 4 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship Program course is designed to provide participants with the advanced knowledge and skills of utility work. Topics covered will include emergency rubber gloving procedures, OSHA 10-Hour Construction for ET&D, troubleshooting overhead and… Show more
 Face-to-Face ITSI Learn More about Level 4 Electric Power Lineworker Apprenticeship Program
Lineworker EPP011 Electrical Utilities Personal Protective Grounding Practices
The Electric Utilities Personal Protective Grounding Practices course emphasizes the importance and the need to effectively ground systems and vehicles to protect the line worker as well as equipment. Emphasis is placed on potential hazards to ground personnel and the public when using protective grounding along with the purpose, testing, inspection, and application of protective grounds on overhead and underground electrical utility systems. At the completion of training, participants will have a working knowledge of protective grounding practices and the inspection, testing, and installation procedures of protective grounds as well as hazards associated with using improper equipment or configurations. Show less
The Electric Utilities Personal Protective Grounding Practices course emphasizes the importance and the need to effectively ground systems and vehicles to protect the line worker as well as equipment. Emphasis is placed on potential hazards to ground personnel and the public when using… Show more
 Face-to-Face ITSI Learn More about Electrical Utilities Personal Protective Grounding Practices
Lineworker EPP013 Electrical Transmission and Distribution Safe Work Practices
The Electrical Transmission and Distribution Safe Work Practices course provides participants with an overview of the “must-know” skills, knowledge, and abilities necessary to work safely around electric utility tools, materials, equipment, facilities, and systems. Throughout the course, participants utilize the American Public Power Association (APPA) safety manual and access applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards to garner knowledge and best practices established for safe work procedures and compliance regulations linked to electrical transmission and distribution system operations. At the completion of this course, participants will be familiar with the nationally recognized safe work practices, precautions, basic safe work procedures, and regulatory compliance measures linked to construction and maintenance work on electric utility transmission and distribution systems. Show less
The Electrical Transmission and Distribution Safe Work Practices course provides participants with an overview of the “must-know” skills, knowledge, and abilities necessary to work safely around electric utility tools, materials, equipment, facilities, and systems. Throughout the course,… Show more
 Face-to-Face ITSI Learn More about Electrical Transmission and Distribution Safe Work Practices
Lineworker EPP016 Electric Power Hot Line Training – Emergency Procedures
The Electric Power Hot Line Training – Emergency Procedures course is designed for experienced industry professionals with responsibility for crew operations and proper rubber gloving. During training participants will be provided information surrounding proper procedures specific to performing a Job Safety Analysis when responding to an emergency distribution hazard and observations of crew operation scenarios. At the completion of this course, students will be able to assess, plan, communicate, implement, and supervise emergency repairs to an overhead distribution system. Show less
The Electric Power Hot Line Training – Emergency Procedures course is designed for experienced industry professionals with responsibility for crew operations and proper rubber gloving. During training participants will be provided information surrounding proper procedures specific to… Show more
 Face-to-Face ITSI Learn More about Electric Power Hot Line Training – Emergency Procedures
Lineworker EPP024 Electric Power Overhead and Underground System Maintenance
The Electric Power Overhead and Underground System Maintenance course trains participants in safe work practices related to distribution system maintenance. The course allows participants to work with a variety of structures as well as underground systems specific to repair work done on typical system hardware. During training students will become familiar with personal protective grounding practices on both overhead and underground electrical systems and perform switching and isolating procedures on an underground residential distribution system. At the completion of this course, participants will be able to work as a member of a crew when replacing  typical pole line hardware and apparatus. Show less
The Electric Power Overhead and Underground System Maintenance course trains participants in safe work practices related to distribution system maintenance. The course allows participants to work with a variety of structures as well as underground systems specific to repair work done on… Show more
 Face-to-Face ITSI Learn More about Electric Power Overhead and Underground System Maintenance
Lineworker EPP051 Aerial Bucket Truck Operators
The Aerial Bucket Truck Operators course provides training to participants on all operational requirements and processes specific to proper preventive maintenance checks on aerial bucket trucks and safe operational skills. During training, participants utilize both company-owned and TEEX Bucket Truck vehicles to perform skill testing, job-related simulations, and scenario-driven aerial lift rescue operations. Show less
The Aerial Bucket Truck Operators course provides training to participants on all operational requirements and processes specific to proper preventive maintenance checks on aerial bucket trucks and safe operational skills. During training, participants utilize both company-owned and TEEX… Show more
 Face-to-Face ITSI Learn More about Aerial Bucket Truck Operators
Lineworker EPP700 Lineworker Academy
The Lineworker Academy at Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) is designed to provide to participants a comprehensive training experience using the best work methods, equipment, tools, and standards. The Academy offers classroom and hands-on field training with a real-world approach delivered through high-quality curriculum, experienced instructors, and specialized equipment and facilities. Upon completion of the Academy, participants will be qualified in equipment operation and pole climbing. In addition, they will receive their Basic First Aid and CPR Certification, their OSHA 10-Hour ET&D Construction Card, and will be given the opportunity to enter the job market prepared with the knowledge, skills, and abilities prospective employers within the electric power industry require. Texas CDLIn addition, participants of this course will have the opportunity to pursue a Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL). To obtain this license, participants must apply through the Texas Department of Public Safety and meet the following requirements: Complete a CDL application. Meet the general requirements for eligibility (page iii of the Texas Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers Handbook). Complete a written and skills test at participating Department of Motor Vehicle offices. Show less
The Lineworker Academy at Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) is designed to provide to participants a comprehensive training experience using the best work methods, equipment, tools, and standards. The Academy offers classroom and hands-on field training with a real-world… Show more
 Veterans Benefits
Face-to-Face		 ITSI Learn More about Lineworker Academy
Lineworker OSH309 Electrical Standards (OSHA #3095)
The Electrical Standards (OSHA #3095) course covers OSHA Electrical Standards and the hazards associated with electrical installations and equipment. Course topics include single- and three-phase systems, cord- and plug-connected and fixed equipment, grounding, ground fault circuit interrupters, and safety-related work practices. Emphasis is placed on electrical hazard recognition and OSHA Standards, policies, and procedures and applicable portions of the National Electrical Code (NEC). Students will participate in workshops on the safe and correct use of electrical testing equipment. Upon course completion, students will have the ability to understand the severity of electrical current on the human body, recognize and evaluate actual and potential electrical hazards and reference the applicable OSHA Standard, determine hazard abatement measures, and understand the proper use of electrical testing equipment. Show less
The Electrical Standards (OSHA #3095) course covers OSHA Electrical Standards and the hazards associated with electrical installations and equipment. Course topics include single- and three-phase systems, cord- and plug-connected and fixed equipment, grounding, ground fault circuit… Show more
 GSA
Face-to-Face Online Instructor-Led		 ITSI Learn More about Electrical Standards (OSHA #3095)
Lineworker Academy EPP700 Lineworker Academy
The Lineworker Academy at Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) is designed to provide to participants a comprehensive training experience using the best work methods, equipment, tools, and standards. The Academy offers classroom and hands-on field training with a real-world approach delivered through high-quality curriculum, experienced instructors, and specialized equipment and facilities. Upon completion of the Academy, participants will be qualified in equipment operation and pole climbing. In addition, they will receive their Basic First Aid and CPR Certification, their OSHA 10-Hour ET&D Construction Card, and will be given the opportunity to enter the job market prepared with the knowledge, skills, and abilities prospective employers within the electric power industry require. Texas CDLIn addition, participants of this course will have the opportunity to pursue a Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL). To obtain this license, participants must apply through the Texas Department of Public Safety and meet the following requirements: Complete a CDL application. Meet the general requirements for eligibility (page iii of the Texas Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers Handbook). Complete a written and skills test at participating Department of Motor Vehicle offices. Show less
The Lineworker Academy at Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) is designed to provide to participants a comprehensive training experience using the best work methods, equipment, tools, and standards. The Academy offers classroom and hands-on field training with a real-world… Show more
 Veterans Benefits
Face-to-Face		 ITSI Learn More about Lineworker Academy
Rope Access CEL301 Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians
SPRAT Level 1, 2, and 3 Certification is designed to provide an overview of the skills required to successfully complete Society of Processional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT) Level 1, 2, or 3 certification. This course consists of four days of hands-on technique practice followed by one day of instruction for evaluation and a practical exam. SPRAT Level 1, 2, and 3 Certification consists of the following three courses:SPRAT Level 1 CertificationSPRAT Level 2 Certification – Can be taken six months after Level 1 certification AND 500 hours accruedSPRAT Level 3 Certification – Can be taken six months after Level 2 certification AND 500 hours accruedUpon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to perform respective level 1, 2, or 3 SPRAT tasks. Show less
SPRAT Level 1, 2, and 3 Certification is designed to provide an overview of the skills required to successfully complete Society of Processional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT) Level 1, 2, or 3 certification. This course consists of four days of hands-on technique practice followed by one day… Show more
 Face-to-Face ITSI Learn More about Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians
Tower Technician CEL100 Tower Technician Level One
The Tower Technician Level One course answers the need for qualified technicians with comprehensive cutting edge technical training provided to participants with an interest in the industry. This VA Education Benefits Eligible course gives you a challenging two-week, 88-hour learning experience. In addition to traditional classroom training, each participant has the opportunity to engage in multiple field exercises and other hands-on training scenarios; all followed by scenario testing used to determine student comprehension. Registered participants will be challenged physically during this intensive technical training program and should be prepared for climbing exercises while carrying specialized tools used to perform tower prop installation tasks. Successful graduates are eligible for the Tower Apprentice Program supported by industry hiring partners. All qualified students will have the opportunity to become a member of a four-person team responsible for deploying next generation Wireless Networks. Show less
The Tower Technician Level One course answers the need for qualified technicians with comprehensive cutting edge technical training provided to participants with an interest in the industry. This VA Education Benefits Eligible course gives you a challenging two-week, 88-hour learning… Show more
 Veterans Benefits
Face-to-Face		 ITSI Learn More about Tower Technician Level One

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