Crew Leadership Program
NEPPA’s is pleased to offer our revitalized Crew Leadership Program in two locations this year.
Course Dates & Hours
October 4 – 5, 2022 – Plymouth, NH
October 12 – 13, 2022 – Littleton, MA
(8:00 am – 2:00 pm)
Crew Leadership is offer every other year, and will be offered again in 2024.
Crew Leadership Program is designed to build upon existing leadership skills to work more effectively and efficiently in the field, while meeting standards and regulatory requirements.
In addition to in-class lecture, the Crew Leadership Program includes a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content.
Upon successful completion of the Program, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion.
Who Should Attend
This program is designed for the following:
- Current or aspiring crew leaders
- Lineworkers or operations employees
- Employees or Supervisors transitioning from other departments
- Construction Supervisors
- Project Managers
Locations
October 4 – 5, 2022
The Common Man Inn
231 Main Street
Plymouth, NH 03264
October 12 – 13, 2022
NEPPA Training Center
200 New Estate Road
Littleton, MA 01460
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this two-day program, participants will be able to successfully:
- Practice tactics and strategies to transition from an employee to a leader
- Apply concepts to develop a leadership mindset
- Demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements and liabilities
- Explain the importance of both crew and public safety, and apply best practices to ensure safety
- Identify and apply standards and specifications required as a Crew Leader
- Transition beyond supervision to responsibility and reporting accountability
- Practice management of emergent situations that require mutual aid assistance and coordination
Course Prerequisites
The Crew Leadership Program is designed to build upon learning concepts in the Apprentice Lineworker and Advanced Lineworker Programs.
The ideal participant has at least 3 – 5 years experience working in the field.
Registration Fees
Registration fees include coffee and Lunch each day. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations, please make note on your registration form.
| Members: | $905 |
| Non-Members: | $1,400 |
Cancellations
Cancellations are accepted until two week prior to meeting date: Plymouth, NH Tuesday, September 20, 2022 or Littleton, MA Wednesday, September 28, 2022. Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the start of the first session.
Instructors
Steve Socoby
Safety & Technical Trainer, Authorized OSHA outreach Instructor (Construction), Certified Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid, CPR, AED
Steve has 38 years of hands-on experience in all facets of operations of public power utilities including: Line Superintendent; supervision of crews, maintenance, new construction, reliability and associated plant & substation responsibilities. He is a recognized expert in safety and OSHA compliance.
In his role of Director of Technical Training, he oversees NEPPA’s lineworker program and teaches utility management and supervision, electronic controls and power-line operation programs.
Recognized as an industry leader and expert Steve has received the Distinguished Service Award from the Northeast Public Power Association and been recognized by the Maine State Legislature for his previous 30 Years of Distinguished Service. Steve attended the University of Maine at Orono.
Lodging
Lodging is not included in your registration fees and must be arranged directly with the hotel. If you need overnight accommodations, please contact any of the following hotels directly and be sure to mention you’re with NEPPA (or the appropriate code/account number) to receive the negotiated rate:
Plymouth, NH – Hotel
The Common Man Inn & Spa – $119/night + tax
231 Main Street
Plymouth, MH 03264
(603) 536-2200 – When calling make sure you mention NEPPA – Northeast Public Power Association, Crew Leadership Program
Littleton, NH – Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Littleton – $137/night + tax
102 Constitution Avenue
Littleton, MA 01460
(978) 440-5040 – If calling to make your reservation, be sure to mention either NEPPA or Northeast Public Power
Boxboro Regency Hotel & Conference Center – $89/night + tax
242 Adams Place
Boxboro, MA 01719
(978) 263-8701
The Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center
January 1 – March 31, 2022 – $99/night + tax
April 1 – October 31, 2022 – $119/night + tax
November 1 – December 31, 2022 – $99/night + tax
219 Littleton Road
Westford, MA 01886
(978) 692-8200
SpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – $129/night + tax
27 Andrews Parkway
Devens, MA 01434
(978) 772-3030
Click here to make your reservation online.
Hilton Garden Inn Devens – $129/night + tax
59 Andrews Parkway
Devens, MA 01434
(978) 772-0600
Click here to make your reservation online using the Group Code: BZL.