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North Country Electrical Line and Heavy Equipment School

Escanaba, Michigan | Hands-On Training Since 1999 | GI Bill® Approved

Build a Solid Career in the Trades – Fast & Hands-On! Train on real machines and equipment with expert instructors. Small classes, over 90% seat time, and pathways to high-demand jobs. GI Bill® friendly — students from all 50 states welcome!

Apply Online | Call 906-789-3123 (Toll-Free: 800-377-5567)

Our Programs

Electrical Line Technician Program

16 Weeks (640 Hours) – Pre-Apprenticeship

Comprehensive hands-on training to become a skilled Line Technician AKA Lineman. Master pole climbing, electrical theory, safety, and heavy equipment like bucket trucks, digger derricks, knuckle boom cranes, and log truck loaders.

• Class A CDL training included
• Certifications: OSHA-10, CPR/First Aid, Pole Top Rescue
• Prepares for utilities, co-ops, contractors, IBEW paths

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Heavy Equipment Operator Training

Two separate courses for flexible, progressive training:

• Level I (120 Hours) — Entry-level foundations: Safe operation, basic controls, intro tasks on key machines. Ideal for beginners building core skills.
• Level II (120 Hours) — Advanced techniques: Precision work, complex maneuvers, efficiency, troubleshooting. Build on Level I for pro-level confidence.

Take one or both — each is intensive and over 90% hands-on!
Machines You’ll Operate: Excavators (compact & full-size), articulated front-end loaders & motor graders, 6-way dozers, extendahoe backhoes, compact track loaders, log truck loaders, tandem dump trucks, and more.

Perfect for construction, logging, mining, excavation careers. Small classes (limited spots) for personalized instruction.

Apply for Heavy Equipment Level I

Apply for Heavy Equipment Level II

Why North Country?

• Real Hands-On — Year-round facilities, tons of seat time on actual equipment
• Veteran Support — Approved for GI Bill®, Voc Rehab, Montgomery GI Bill®, National Guard
• Proven Track Record — Training operators since 1999 with job placement help
• Flexible & Fast — Separate Levels for customized training, classes start regularly

Get Started Today!
Spots fill quickly – contact us now:
Phone: 906-789-3123 or toll-free 800-377-5567
Email: admissions@ncheschool.com
Address: 2929 16th Avenue North, Escanaba, MI 49829

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