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Lineworker Tasks

Electric lineworkers:

  • Install and repair cables or wires used in electrical power or distribution systems
  • Locate line trouble
  • Climb poles
  • Use hotline tools
  • Operate and maintain substations
Rocky Mountain Lineman School

Colorado Springs Utilities has partnered with Trinidad State College and Pikes Peak Community College to offer utility linework training to approximately 25 students each year. Students will learn the skills and values utility companies seek when hiring apprentice linemen, including a strong work ethic, good attitude, dependability, and climbing experience.

Western Colorado Community College

The Electric Lineworker program covers all areas of training needed for those who desire to become an apprentice electric lineman. Students learn the basic skills in the study of electricity, the fundamentals of electric line work and transformer connections, and underground repair and installation. The Electric Lineworker program operates within an indoor and outdoor, hands-on electric training facility with classrooms on site.

Mesa Hotline School

Mesa Hotline School serves as a model for providing training for privately owned and non-profit companies. The program prepares students to work for power line construction and utility companies and includes instruction in just about every type of line work that will be faced on the job. This includes learning basic skills in electricity, linework installation, repair, cable splicing, and system testing, as well as transformer connections, underground electric installation, and effective operation of digger derricks. All students are required to obtain a Red Cross First Aid card and a CPR card before a certificate is issued.

The Electrify and Save Program Terms & Condition

“The Electrify and Save Program in administered in conjunction with Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. (“Tri-State”). The undersigned applicant, by electing to participate in the Electrify and Save Program, and in consideration of such participation, accepts and agrees to the following terms and conditions:

  1. Tri-State makes no representation or warranty whatsoever regarding any product installation or service in connection with the Electrify and Save Program, including without limitation, installation services or workmanship of vendors installing products or providing services in connection with the program, performance of installed equipment or products qualifying for rebates, and energy savings derived from participation in the Electrify and Save Program.
  2. Applicant does hereby RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE, AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE Tri-State and officers, agents, and employees (hereinafter referred to as “Releasees”) from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action whatsoever arising out of or related to any loss, damage or injury, including death, that may be sustained by you, or any of the property belonging to you, whether caused by the negligence of the Releasees, or otherwise, in any way arising from participation in the Electrify and Save Program.
  3. Applicant understands that it is participating in the Electrify and Save Program at its own risk, and that it is Applicant’s responsibility to independently research the products and services covered by the program, and to further exercise care and diligence in selecting vendors and installation contractors.
  4. Tri-State’s review of rebate applications for the Electrify and Save Program may subject Tri-State to certain requirements of the Colorado Consumer Privacy Act (CRS § 6-1-1301, et. seq.). Tri[1]State’s collection of data for the Electrify and Save Program is limited to data provided on rebate applications, or otherwise provided for rebate qualification, and is used for the sole purpose of evaluating compliance with the requirements of the Electrify and Save Program. Tri-State will not share applicant data with third parties other than with the applicable Member System in connection with the administration of the Electrify and Save Program; or otherwise as may be required by law or governmental regulation. Questions regarding Tri-State’s use of applicant data may be directed to eeprebates@tristategt.org.
Rebate Requirements
  • General Information
    • Rebate amounts are subject to change at any time including discontinuing offerings.
    • All items/equipment must be new and installed and operated in GCEA service territory.
    • Proof of purchase required via itemized receipt.
    • Rebates are only available to GCEA members with active accounts.
    • Rebate applications must be submitted within 90 days of installation or purchase (or certificate of occupancy for all-electric homes).
    • Rebate amounts are based on the purchase price of the item (taxes and shipping are not included).
    • PowerWise Pledge™ contributors qualify for higher rebates. Members may opt in by paying $1 per month retroactively for the current year and remaining enrolled for 12 months.
    • All members are subject to a cap of $5,000 annually for PowerWise Pledge™ funded rebates, regardless of the number of accounts they hold.
    • All members are subject to a cap of $20,000 per account for Tri-State funded rebates.
    • Rebate amounts listed are only eligible for 2026.
  • Please submit:
    • Proof of purchase through receipt and/or invoice
    • Energy Guide label showing ENERGY STAR® certification for appliances.
  • Members will be mailed a check. Please allow 6 weeks for processing.
    • If you did not receive your check after the six weeks, please call 970-641-3520
  • We will contact you only if there is a problem with your application
What Are On-Peak Hours?​​​​​​​

On-peak is defined as the hours during the day when electricity is most used and more expensive. Members on TOU rate pay more for energy used during peak hours compared to a lower rate paid during off-peak hours. View current rates here.

GCEA’s on-peak hours occur from 5 pm to 9 pm Monday through Saturday.