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Program/course schedule subject to change based on enrolment
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Program Overview

• 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.
• Inspection and testing of overhead and underground power lines and other equipment while adhering to strict safety practices and procedures.
• Receive a combination of classroom and on-the-job training.
• Upon program completion, students will be eligible to write Block 1 of the Powerline Technician trade.
• Regular classes take place at the NB Power training site in Marysville.
• During practicum, students will travel in groups to worksites across the province

Cost: $16,400 (includes tuition, books, safety gear, confirmation fee)

Training Allowance: $310.00/wk during 23-week practicum

Admission Requirements

• High School Diploma, Adult High School Diploma or GED Diploma of High School Equivalency or Essential Skills Achievement Pathway: Post-Secondary Entry High School Diploma or apply as a Mature Student.
• Must be 18 years to apply as of December 31, 2025
• Applicants must be in possession of a Class 5 driver’s license by January 31, 2026

How to Apply

Application Submission Dates:  Aug 1 - 31, 2025

NOTE: Applications will only be accepted through the online application portal on this webpage.  The application portal will only be available during the designated application period.

Required documents for application:

• Powerline Technician Application (PDF Version | MS Word Version)
• Powerline Technician Consent Form (pdf)
• Official High School transcript
• All post-secondary transcripts
• Up-to-date Résumé (references, if applicable)
• Proof of class 5 driver’s license (send copy of front & back)

For more information contact Kelly Springer Kelly.Springer@nbcc.ca

Submit Your Application

Application Submission Dates:  Aug 1 - 31, 2025