Trade Schools in Keizer, Oregon

Northwest Lineman College's Salem campus specializes exclusively in utility industry training, offering some of the highest job placement rates in the trade school industry (consistently 95%+). The 15-week Electrical Lineworker Program provides comprehensive training in pole climbing, underground distribution, transformer installation, and safety protocols. Graduates earn multiple industry certifications including OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR, and CDL permit. The college maintains exceptional relationships with utility companies throughout Oregon and the Pacific Northwest, with many employers recruiting directly from campus. State-of-the-art training facilities include extensive outdoor training grounds with actual utility poles and equipment.

Perry Technical Institute, while located in Yakima, WA, serves students from throughout the Pacific Northwest including Oregon residents. The institute maintains exceptional 90%+ job placement rates across all programs with strong regional employer partnerships. Programs feature intensive hands-on training with industry-standard equipment and curriculum developed in consultation with industry leaders. Electrical Technology graduates earn Washington State electrical trainee certification, while HVAC students obtain EPA 608 certification. The welding program offers comprehensive training in SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW processes with AWS certification preparation. Financial aid and housing assistance available for out-of-area students.

Chemeketa Community College is the premier technical and trades education institution serving the Keizer/Salem metropolitan area. With comprehensive programs in welding, automotive, HVAC, electrical systems, and construction trades, Chemeketa offers both certificate and degree pathways with strong industry partnerships. The college boasts exceptional job placement rates through its Career Technical Education programs, with many graduates securing employment before completion. State-of-the-art facilities include fully-equipped welding labs, automotive bays, and construction workshops. Industry certifications available include AWS welding certifications, ASE automotive certifications, and EPA 608 certification for HVAC technicians.