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New Brunswick Community College Powerline Technician Program

The New Brunswick Community College Powerline Technician Program offers a comprehensive $6,500 program. Graduates often find employment with top companies like The Smart Energy Company, NB Power.

2026 Program Cost: $6,500
Program Length: 37 Weeks
Next Start: April

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2026 Program Cost: $6,500
Term Length: 37 Weeks
Term Beginning Date(s): April
2025 Enrollment: 18
Housing Available?: No
Boots/Tools Included?: No
Possible Scholarships?: No
Completion Rate: 90%
Employment Rate: 93%
2025 Graduate Average Starting Wage: $53,450

Details about New Brunswick Community College Powerline Technician Program

Participants will learn the basics of construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting of overhead and underground power systems. Installation and maintenance of electrical distribution and transmission systems by erecting and maintaining poles and towers and connecting power distribution and transmission networks.

Lineman Job Opportunities for Graduates from New Brunswick Community College Powerline Technician Program

This program prepares individuals for employment opportunities in commercial and residential building general maintenance and repairs.

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Companies hiring entry level line workers from New Brunswick Community College Powerline Technician Program

The Smart Energy Company, NB Power

How long does New Brunswick Community College Powerline Technician Program take?

37 Weeks

How to get into New Brunswick Community College Powerline Technician Program

High School Diploma or Adult High School Diploma or GED Diploma of High School Equivalency, Must be 18 years of age prior to the commencement of the program, Applicants must possess a valid class 5 driver's license

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New Brunswick Community College is a community college located throughout various locations in New Brunswick, Canada including Moncton, Miramichi, Fredericton, Saint John, St. Andrews, and Woodstock.

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Many graduates enter the trade through an IBEW local's apprenticeship after training.

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