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

Xcel Energy; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation

Holidays

Sick Time

Transit programs

Pension

Job summary

Xcel Energy in Faribault, MN invites applications for a 3rd Step Apprentice / Journeyman Lineman. The position covers overhead and underground electric distribution and transmission work, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality customer service.

Starting pay ranges are disclosed: Journeyman $62.27/hr; Apprentice 70% of that at $43.59/hr, with progression through steps. Applicants must meet Line School, CDL, and driver qualifications and live within 20 miles of the service center.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must possess a degree/diploma from an accepted Line School.
• Must meet driver qualification requirements, including a valid Commercial Class A CDL.
• Must be physically capable of performing all aspects of electric overhead and underground distribution construction, operations, and maintenance work.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties of the Lineman Classification.
• Work on overhead and underground electric distribution and transmission systems.
• Maintain a high level of safety and provide quality customer service.

Skills

Safety awareness

Strong communication

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Line School diploma

Tools

CDL Class A

Job description

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

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 September 9, 2026, to September 22, 2026.

Summary

Perform 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.

Qualifications

• High 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 Requirements

• Requires 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.

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at [e-mail].

Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $43.59 to $62.27 per hour

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical/Pharmacy Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Care Reimbursement 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.

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Deadline to Apply: 09/22/26

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