Powerline Technician College Program in Ontario, Canada

[Sziszi45]

Hello,

I am currently 25 years old and want to change my career. I recently got accepted to the Powerline Technician program offered at Algonquin College in Ottawa. This is only their second year running the program. Its a 2 year program with 2 co-op terms. I have talked to a recruiter from the college who told me that Hydro Ottawa have hired most of the students that are in their 2nd co-op term. Does anyone have any thoughts and views on these programs offered at colleges in Ontario? Would it be a good way to go?

I would greatly appreciate any feedback.

Thank you

[94_sahara]

There is some good info relating to your area in this thread

http://powerlineman.com/lforum/showt...nician-Program

You could also try contacting lewy or rob8210 I blieve they're on your side of the country and may have some advice for ya.

[Pootnaigle]

Ummmmmm check with ROB 8210 or Lewy...... Both are canadian and prolly would know more than us US guys. Its Ok theys both nice guys and wont bite ya

[Sziszi45]

Thanks for the info guys. I will contact them and see what they have to say.

Thanks again

[Bighorn Ape]

well it sounds promising if the previous class all got hired.... Good luck

its usually your best bet to getting into the trade. i think if i never went to line school, id probably still be begging for a job somewhere. (2 years ago)