Advanced Step Apprentice (3rd Step or above)/Journeyman Lineman-Minot, ND

Xcel Energy Inc; Minot, Northern (ND, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Pension

Vacation

Holidays

Job summary

Xcel Energy Inc in Minot, North Dakota, is seeking Advanced Step Apprentice or Journeyman Linemen to join the Minot Service Center. You will perform lineman duties on overhead and underground distribution and transmission systems with a strong commitment to safety and customer service.

Requirements include a high school diploma, line-school or Journeyman certificates, a valid Class A CDL, and the ability to pass a company skills assessment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Line School degree or Journeyman certificate is required.
• State Journeyman certificate is required.
• Commercial Class A Driver’s License is required.
• Must meet physical requirements for overhead/underground electric work.
• Must have good communication and teamwork skills.
• Must be qualified as a 3rd Step Apprentice Lineman or higher.
• Must be self-motivated and maintain a positive attitude.
• Commitment to safe, productive work is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties of the Lineman classification on overhead and underground electric systems.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Flexibility to work after-hours

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Line School degree or state Journeyman certificate

State Journeyman certificate

Commercial Class A Driver’s License

Tools

None

Job description

Xcel Energy(NASDAQ:XEL)is a leading energy providerand Fortune 500company,dedicated toserving millions ofelectricity andnaturalgascustomersacross eight states:Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota,New Mexicoand Texas.We make energy work better forourcustomers, 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 moreAdvanced Step Apprentice (3rd Step or above)/Journeyman Lineman to join our Xcel Energy Team located at the Minot Service Center in Minot, North Dakota. Minot Service Center 300 - 16th St SW Minot, ND 58701. The base rate of pay for Journeyman Lineman is $62.27per hour according to the “Exhibit A” wage scale. An Advanced Step Apprentice will be coming in at 70% of the Journeyman rate of pay at 3rd Step, 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 24, 2026, to October 7, 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.

Required

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.

2. Must possess a degree/diploma from an accepted Line School or a state issued Journeyman certificate for an Advanced step position.

3. Must possess a state issued Journeyman certificate and pass a company skills assessment for a Journeyman position.

4. Must meet driver qualification requirements, including the possession of a valid Commercial Class A Driver’s License.

5. Must be physically capable of performing all aspects of electric overhead and underground distribution, construction, operations, and maintenance work.

6. Must have good communication and teamwork skills.

7. Must presently be qualified to be a 3rd Step Apprentice Lineman or higher.

8. Must be self-motivated and possess a positive attitude.

9. Demonstrated commitment to work safely and productively.

Special Requirements:

1. Requires participation in after-hours emergency callouts.

2. Must live within 20-miles of the service center.

3. 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 Values

Connected, Committed, Trustworthy, Safe

Our Employee Commitments

• Work that makes a difference
• A team you can count of
• Opportunities to grow
• Rewards that help you thrive

Xcel Energy provides jobapplicantsreasonable accommodations for disabilitiesthroughout the application process. If youare in need ofanaccommodationto complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation RequestForm.

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 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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