Train and certify electric utility employees through the ECG Institute for Utility Training, providing comprehensive education and workforce development through safety programs, ECG’s three-year U.S. Department of Labor Certified Apprenticeship Program, and Interpersonal Skills Training.

The ECG Institute brings together ECG’s Powerline School, Training and Safety programs, and Member Training Courses to support the complete development of a utility professional, from technical and safety skills to leadership, communication, and professional development.

Provide convenient, hands-on safety training through Safety Meetings offered at member utility facilities ten months of the year. These meetings feature a variety of safety and training topics specific to electric utility employees and are led by experienced journeymen linemen with decades of hands-on field experience. Each program is interactive, professional, and designed to meet applicable regulatory requirements.

Institute training topics include:

  • Hot Work
  • First Aid /CPR
  • DOT Flagging
  • Accident Investigation
  • Tools for training elected officials and Staff to become effective twenty-first-century Leaders
  • Programs to help personnel flourish
  • Other industry-specific workshops

We strategically designed courses to advance attendees through their careers. The suggested career path utilizes classroom, home study, and on-the-job training. The Career Progression Model illustrates an achievement path allowing your organization to evaluate the employee’s growth and aptitude for advancement.

FY27 Training & Safety Classes – click to register.

If you have any questions, please contact Kelsey Bennett, Training & Safety Coordinator.

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Jon Beasley

Vice President, Training & Safety


Jon Beasley

Upcoming Events

27
October 2026

Foreman Development Series 5 - Module 2

8 AM EST

ECG’s Foreman Development Series is intended to provide line crew leaders and line crew foremen with tools and abilities outside the scope of the physical hands-on side of line work, concentrating on the soft skill/ mental side of leading crew members.… read more

4
November 2026

Conducting Effective Performance Appraisals: Turning Conversations into Momentum

9 AM EST

Today’s employees expect more than a once-a-year evaluation—they want clarity, fairness, ongoing feedback, and a voice in their own development. This full-day session equips leaders with the mindset and skillset to deliver performance appraisals that feel… read more

10
November 2026

Utility Customer Service Training Series 2: Module 3

9 AM EST

During the training session, participants will be reminded of both the emotional and technical aspects of resolving customers’ concerns. They will be provided with specific tips on tone and wording to use while educating customers. The use of empathy and… read more

13
November 2026

Municipal Debt Collection

9 AM EST

Understanding the foundational rates charged to customers and how they contribute to the utility’s revenue requirements is an essential role of the utility manager.  Rate-making and financial planning are pivotal to your utility’s success and often… read more