Utilities Technician
Start a utilities career — electric, gas, water and wastewater systems, field equipment, metering, safety and the path in.
- 6 modules, 18 self-paced lessons
- Practical action steps in every lesson
- Certificate of completion
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Who this track is for
People exploring field careers at electric, gas or water utilities, and new hires who want the vocabulary and safety habits of the job.
What you will be able to do
- Explain how electric, gas, water and wastewater systems are organized
- Understand substations, feeders, transformers and metering
- Recognize gas distribution, leak detection and excavation-safety practice
- Describe water treatment, pumps, lift stations and quality testing
- Read maps, GIS and work orders in the field
- Follow PPE, lockout, grounding and permit rules
Course curriculum
6 modules and 18 lessons, taken in order at your own pace.
Module 1 · The Utilities Industry
- What a Utilities Technician Does
- How Utility Systems Are Organized
- Regulation Reliability and Public Responsibility
Module 2 · Electric Distribution Basics
- Substations Feeders and Transformers
- Metering and Customer Service Connections
- Outage Response and Restoration
Module 3 · Natural Gas Systems
- Gas Distribution Mains Services and Pressure
- Leak Detection Odorization and Response
- Excavation Safety and Damage Prevention
Module 4 · Water and Wastewater Systems
- Water Treatment and Distribution Basics
- Pumps Lift Stations and Wastewater Collection
- Water Quality Testing and Reporting
Module 5 · Field Work Tools and Equipment
- Vehicles Tools and Test Instruments
- Reading Maps GIS and Work Orders
- Working Around Traffic Weather and the Public
Module 6 · Safety and Career Path
- Core Safety Rules of the Utility Trades
- PPE Lockout Grounding and Permits
- Getting Hired and Growing in the Field
How it works
Self-paced online course hosted on Technical Skills College. Enroll, sign in, and work through the modules in order. Apply each lesson's action step on the job or in practice, and finish with a certificate of completion. You keep lifetime access, including updates.
This track is also included in the TSC Pro Bundle ($497), which covers every career track.
Questions
Is this a license or certification?
No. This is skills training. You receive a certificate of completion from Technical Skills College. Licenses and industry certifications are issued by state agencies and independent certifying bodies, and requirements vary by state and trade. Always verify your local requirements.
How long do I have access?
Lifetime access, including updates.
What if it is not for me?
Digital products carry a 30-day money-back guarantee. See the Refund Policy.