Four years, more than 8,000 hours of training, and countless hours of hard work and dedication have paid off for Pella Cooperative Electric's Spencer Nagel! 

Spencer recently completed the rigorous Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives (IAEC) apprenticeship program, officially earning his Journeyman Lineman certification!

This milestone represents years of hands-on experience, technical training, and a commitment to developing the skills necessary to safely and reliably serve our members. 

The eight-step apprenticeship program, developed by IAEC in partnership with the Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities and Northwest Iowa Community College, is sanctioned by the U.S. Department of Labor. The program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training, classroom instruction, testing, evaluations, and skill certifications. It prepares lineworkers with the knowledge, experience, and safety skills needed to excel in their profession.

"Completing this apprenticeship is a tremendous accomplishment and a reflection of Spencer's dedication to his work," said Line Superintendent Rob Burton. "The journey to becoming a journeyman lineman takes years of commitment, determination, and a willingness to keep learning. We're proud of Spencer and excited to see him continue growing in his career here at the cooperative." 

Please join us in congratulating Spencer on this well-earned achievement! We're proud to have him as part of the Pella Cooperative Electric team!