Hard Skills
Entry-LevelPole ClimbingThe ability to safely ascend and descend utility poles using specialized equipment like gaffs and safety harnesses.
BeginnerElectrical Distribution FundamentalsKnowledge of how electricity travels from substations to end-users, including the role of transformers and circuits.
FoundationalHigh-Voltage Safety ComplianceStrict adherence to safety standards such as OSHA and NESC when working near energized electrical lines.
TraineeHydraulic and Manual Tool OperationProficiency in using specialized lineman tools such as wire pullers, crimpers, and hydraulic presses.
Soft Skills
IntermediateSituational AwarenessThe capacity to identify, process, and comprehend information about a high-risk environment to survive and perform tasks.
IntermediateTeam CommunicationEffective verbal exchange of safety and task-related information during high-stress field operations.