According to College Factual, Texas State Technical College has the Best Lineworker Associate Degree School in the United States for 2024. 

College Factual, according to its website, was created to help students research colleges and careers. It gathers data from public and private sources, including the U.S. Department of Education.

 “TSTC’s Abilene campus is home to the newest Electrical Lineworker and Management Technology program, offering students a top-tier education with unmatched industry connections and career opportunities,” Ronnie Pitts, who leads the Abilene program, said. “This nationally recognized program equips you with the hands-on skills and expertise to power your future in one of the most in-demand industries today.” 

Harlingen Among Program Campuses 

TSTC offers an Associate of Applied Science degree and a certificate of completion in Electrical Lineworker and Management Technology at its Abilene, Fort Bend County, Harlingen, Marshall and Waco campuses.

Angel Toledo, who leads the program in Harlingen, said he is honored to be part of a successful program. 

“We’re making our name known,” he said. “Since its inception, the program has been enhanced to place our graduates in competitive positions in the workforce.” 

The fall semester at TSTC began two weeks ago. New students in the lineworker program have been introduced to the curriculum and outdoor practice utility poles. Advanced students are continuing with the next phase of their hands-on training. 

One such student is Briana Resendez, of San Benito. Resendez is a new student who is studying for a certificate of completion. 

“I visited the Electrical Lineworker program in Harlingen during a campus tour when I was in high school,” she said. “Climbing the poles has been an interesting experience. It helps us to get over a fear of heights and trust our equipment as we climb the pole.”