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Wages in this field are above average, sometimes even for the beginner. The
U.S. Bureau of Labor Services indicates average hourly earnings for
electrical linemen were $24.41 as of May 2006. While newcomers may start at
less, they can still achieve high salaries within a very short time.
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Students gain the competitive edge through extensive hands-on instruction
that includes:
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- National Electrical Code and basic electrical theory;
- Climbing skills and live-line safety;
- Troubleshooting distribution systems; and
- Cooperative education with an employer in the field.
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Graduates who specialize as Electrical Powerline Technicians can look
forward to abundant career opportunities – practically throughout the world.
Rural areas, big cities, municipalities, you pick where you want to work.
Jobs are available in investor-owned utilities, municipal utilities,
organized rural co-ops, state or federal government utilities and other
industries.
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EPC students can network with established professionals through the
department's industry partners and Advisory Committee members, as well as
many other trade and professional associations.
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