Advanced Step Apprentice (3rd Step or above)/Journeyman Lineman - Faribault, MN

Xcel Energy; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Xcel Energy in Faribault, MN is posting multiple Lineman positions at 3rd Step Apprentice through Journeyman levels. The base pay ranges from $62.27/hr for Journeyman to $43.59/hr for 3rd Step Apprentice, with progressive steps at 4th-8th.

The role covers overhead and underground electric distribution and transmission work, requiring safety commitment and strong customer service. Candidates must have a High School diploma, Line School diploma, CDL Class A, and be within 20 miles of the service

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Line School diploma required.
• Possess valid Commercial Class A CDL.
• Capable of performing all aspects of electric distribution work.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Qualified as a 3rd Step Apprentice Lineman or higher.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude.
• Live within 20 miles of the Service Center.
• Subject to DOT random drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties of the Lineman Classification on overhead and underground systems.
• Work on electric distribution and transmission projects.
• Support safety and deliver quality customer service.

Skills

Safety focus

Communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

CDL Class A

Education

Line School diploma

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) is a leading energy provider and Fortune 500 company, dedicated to serving millions of electricity and natural gas customers across eight states: Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico and Texas. We make energy work better for our customers, helping them thrive every day. That means always raising the bar - delivering better service and providing more reliable, resilient, and sustainable energy.Xcel Energy is a place where you’ll have opportunities to grow, expand your skills, and help lead the clean energy transition. We offer meaningful rewards, recognition, and support to help you build your career and make an impact - both on the job and beyond. Most importantly, it means you’ll be joining a company that knows employees are the driving force behind its success and is committed to helping you be your best.We anticipate the need for one or more 3rd Step Apprentice / Journeyman Lineman to be located at the Faribault Service Center in Faribault, MN. The base rate of pay for Journeyman Lineman is $62.27 hourly according to the “Exhibit A” wage scale. A 3rd Step Apprentice will be coming in at 70% of the Journeyman rate of pay at $43.59. 4th Step at 75%, 5th Step at 80%, 85% at 6th Step, 90% at 7th Step, or 95% at a 8th Step.This position will be posted for 10 Working Days from October 14, 2026, to October 27, 2026.SummaryPerform all duties of the Lineman Classification. Including work on overhead and underground electric distribution and transmission systems. Individual filling this position should have a high-level commitment to safety, provide quality customer service, be self-motivated and possess a positive attitude.QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent.Must possess a degree/diploma from an accepted Line School.Must meet driver qualification requirements, including the possession of a valid Commercial Class A Driver's License.Must be physically capable of performing all aspects of electric overhead and underground distribution construction, operations, and maintenance work.Must have good communication and teamwork skills.Must presently be qualified to be a 3rd Step Apprentice Lineman or higher.Must be self-motivated and possess a positive attitude.Demonstrated commitment to work safely and productively.Special RequirementsRequires participation in after-hours emergency call-outs.Must live within a 20-mile radius of the assigned Service Center.This position is subject to D.O.T. random drug and alcohol testing program.Our culture is grounded in shared values and employee commitments that guide how we work, support one another, and grow together.Our ValuesConnected, Committed, Trustworthy, SafeOur Employee CommitmentsWork that makes a differenceA team you can count ofOpportunities to growRewards that help you thriveXcel Energy provides job applicants reasonable accommodations for disabilities throughout the application process. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form.BargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $43.59 to $62.27 per hourThis position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Vacation, Holidays, Additional days off, Sick Time, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.Deadline to Apply: 10/27/26EEO is the Law (PDF) | Equal Opportunity Statement (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF)All Xcel Energy employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices, recognizing that cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility.Accessibility StatementXcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com and https://jobs.xcelenergy.com accessible to any and all users. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form. For any other application related questions, including application follow-ups or technical issues, please use our Recruiting Assistance, Electra, for assistance. Electra can be found in the lower right-hand corner of our Xcel Energy Careers site.