Powerline Technician

Powerline Technician Orientation/Information Session

Cost: FREE

Prospective applicants to the Powerline Technician program are urged to attend this orientation/information session and participate in a subsequent assessment interview process.

Please note applicants will not undergo a physical test at the orientation/information session; they will discuss their physical ability during the assessment interview process. No prior line experience is necessary.

Women are strongly encouraged to consider a career as a Powerline Technician. Please note that only a limited number of program seats are available. Not all eligible candidates will be admitted. 

Delivery method: Online with scheduled meeting times

Powerline Technician Pre-Apprenticeship Program

Cost: $13210 tuition fee + $4011.28 tools & textbooks
Prerequisite: Recommended - Attendance at the Powerline Technician Orientation/Information Session.

Powerline Technicians construct, maintain and repair the overhead and underground electrical power transmission and distribution systems that make up the electrical power grid. This twelve-week program prepares you for entry into the electrical high voltage industry. Get hands-on training to learn how to put up and maintain electrical poles, towers, and guy wires as well as install or repair the live-line wiring and other components required to connect power distribution and transmission networks. In order to qualify, you strongly encouraged to attend the free orientation/information session. 

Visit ufv.ca/powerlinetech for additional details, including entrance requirements, additional costs, and program outline.

Delivery method: In-person

Chilliwack —Trades and Technology Centre