Be ready to power your future.
Our three-year Powerline Technician Apprenticeship will prepare you for a hands-on career in the power industry. You’ll gain the required experience to be a successful technician, learn safety practices and master foundational skills in the utility electrical field. You'll spend seven weeks per year on campus focusing on theory and the remainder learning on the job from a qualified journeyperson.
Not working in the industry yet? Start with our Pre-Powerline Technician certificate.
Why should you study Powerline Technician Apprenticeship at Lethbridge Polytechnic?
At Lethbridge Polytechnic, you’ll learn from our knowledgeable and experienced instructors, receiving 630 instructional hours throughout your apprenticeship. You’ll be ready to climb to new heights to maintain and install powerlines, while also completing your first two years of power systems electrician. You’ll learn important safety and equipment training, the math and science of electrical and transformer theory, and the mechanics of overhead line construction. Upon completion of your program, you’ll have the skills to work for a variety of powerline industry service providers and start your career.
630
the total number of instructional hours you'll receive during this three-year apprenticeship
1
Lethbridge Polytechnic is one of the only institutions in the province that offers a powerline apprenticeship program
2 years
Powerline Technician has the first 2 years in common with the Power Systems Electrician apprenticeship.
Career Opportunities
When you complete your apprenticeship, you’ll be prepared for a variety of careers, including as a:
- Business owner
- Electrical estimator
- Powerline technician
- Supervisor
- Utility technician
$124,684
The average annual salary of a powerline technician working in Alberta
7
the number of weeks per year that you'll spend on campus learning theory – the rest of the time you'll be learning on the job from a qualified journeyperson
Visit ALIS website for more career information.
At-a-Glance
Starts-in
October
Credential / Accreditation
Certified 'Journeyman' Papers
Duration
3 year apprenticeship
International Eligibility
This program is not available for International Students.
Academic Centre
Admissions
Apply through MyTradesecretsAcademic Requirements
- English 20-1 or 20-2 or equivalent
- Math 20-1, 20-2 or 20-3 or equivalent
- Science 10 or equivalent
- OR a passing mark in all five GED/CAEC tests
- OR successful completion of the Apprenticeship Entrance exam
Admission
You can apply for apprenticeship and industry training through MyTradesecrets.
To arrange a tour, call 403.320.3366 or toll-free 1.800.572.0103.
Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Board
Provincial Building, Room 280
200 - 5th Avenue South
Lethbridge AB T1J 4L1
Telephone: 1-800-248-4823
Outside of North America: 1-403-476-9757
Fax: 403-381-5795
Ask about the Alberta Apprenticeship Scholarship Program. You might discover you’re eligible for a financial award!
Apprenticeship programs require eight to ten weeks of classroom training each year in addition to on-the-job training.
Courses include:
- Electrical measuring and metering systems
- Electrical theory and circuit analysis
- Personal protective equipment (PPE), safe climbing and personal protective grounding
- Powerline construction and distribution systems
- Rigging, lifting, hoisting and equipment operation
- Safety legislation, regulations and industry practices
- Switching programs and system coordination
- Transformers, three phase systems and system grounding
Tuition costs are estimates for the 2026/2027 year.
| Title | Tuition | Fees | Books/Supplies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 / 7 weeks
|
$896.00
|
$221.00
|
$750.00
|
| Year 2 / 7 weeks
|
$896.00
|
$221.00
|
$750.00
|
| Year 3 / 7 weeks
|
$896.00
|
$221.00
|
$750.00
|
View detailed program cost estimates
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On Campus
This program is delivered in a face-to-face format on the main Lethbridge Polytechnic campus. Lectures, labs and hands-on training opportunities will all take place on campus in Lethbridge.