After serving in the U.S. Army, Mike Hennesey started his career by attending Northwest Lineman College’s (NLC) Electrical Lineworker Program (pre-apprentice program).  After graduating from NLC, Hennesey attended and completed two apprenticeship programs simultaneously (Pacific Gas & Electrics and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers). Since then, Hennesey has worked as a journeyman lineman, trouble investigator, and electrical superintendent. 

 

In 2006, Hennesey returned to NLC as an employee, where he held various roles, including Electrical Lineworker Trainer, Campus President, Vice President, and Chief Growth Officer.  

 

After a 15 year career at NLC, Hennesey retired and started American Lineman College, where he continues developing training programs, delivers training and consults on major projects for power construction and utility companies worldwide.

 

Hennesey is a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), has taken specialized classes on Advanced Project Management and Leadership at Stanford University and holds a Higher Education Teaching Certificate from Harvard University . 

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During Hennesey's 25 year career, he has had the privilege to work at:  

• Northwest Lineman College

• Alexander Publications

• Alameda Municipal Power

• Clark Public Utility District

• Simpson Electrical Contractors