NYSEG Lineworker Training Program at SUNY Broome recognized with Outstanding Business/Organization Collaboration Award
Program launched in April creates jobs, improves critical infrastructure, and creates talent pipeline
21 students graduated from Lineworker Training Program’s first class. 43% begin employment in related field
BINGHAMTON, NY — December 18, 2024 — New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) is honored to be selected as the 2024 recipient of the Continuing Education Association of New York’s (CEANY) James C. Hall Program Award for Outstanding Business/Organization Collaboration for its Lineworker Training Program.
The Lineworker Training Program, launched in April 2024 in partnership with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 10, prepares students at SUNY Broome for in-demand skilled positions. It combines classroom instruction of both technical and professional skills with hands-on training at NYSEG’s training facility and pole yard in Johnson City. The program features a paid internship and, upon completion, students have the opportunity to interview for employment with NYSEG.
“Ensuring the future of the energy industry is essential,” said Patricia Nilsen, president and CEO of NYSEG and Rochester Gas and Electric. “This partnership with SUNY Broome and the IBEW is the perfect example of how we are ensuring a talent pipeline of future electrical workers, one of our most critical resources. Together, we are improving our grid and providing safe and reliable service to the community.”
There were 21 students who graduated from the Lineworker Training Program’s first class. Shortly after, 43% of those students received employment in a related field.
NYSEG and its parent company, Avangrid, are committed to advancing workforce development across the energy industry. The Company also has a 10-week Union Scholars Program for high schoolers in partnership with the Utility Workers Union of America in Connecticut and has partnered with the Massachusetts Maritime Academy to establish programs that support the development of a trained and skilled clean energy workforce, including in emerging sectors such as offshore wind.
For additional information about the Lineworker Training Program at SUNY Broome, please click here.
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