Apprentice (1st - 4th Year) Line Worker - Littlefield, TX

Southwestern Public Service Co; Littlefield (TX); Sur place; USD 36 000 - 51 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Health Care Flexible Spending Account

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Pension

401(k) plan

Vacation

Holidays

Sick Time

VPTO

Résumé du poste

Xcel Energy's Distribution Department in Littlefield, TX invites applicants for an Apprentice Lineman (1st Year to 4th Year). The program trains you to construct, maintain, remove and restore high voltage distribution and transmission lines, with a Dept.

of Labor certified apprenticeship recognized nationwide. Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, CDL Class A or ability to obtain within 120 days, passing EEI CAST, safety and teamwork focus, willingness to travel, and residing within

Qualifications

• Must be totally committed to safety, quality work and customer service
• Must be able and willing to respond to after hour and weekend call outs
• Position could possibly require travel for extended time periods
• Apprentices are required to attend 2nd, 3rd and 4th year apprentice schools
• Must be mentally competent, able to communicate and able to comprehend instructions and build on previous experience
• Must exhibit a teamwork attitude and be able to work with others
• Must be of adequate physical stature to Lift and maneuver up to 90 lbs.
• Climb wood poles up to 100' tall
• Perform aerial work in a safety belt in a safe and efficient manner
• Use shovels, sledgehammers and 90 lb. jack hammers
• Work in confined areas
• Must pass the federal DOT physical examination
• Must complete all questions in application and upload a resume for consideration.
• Must reside within 20 miles of the Littlefield Service Center

Responsabilités

• Construct, maintain and operate distribution and transmission lines.
• Supports maintenance and emergency repairs of distribution and transmission lines.

Connaissances

Safety-focused

Teamwork

Customer service

Communication

Formation

High School diploma or GED

Description du poste

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.

Xcel Energy Distribution Department is looking to fill an Apprentice (1st Year - 4th Year) Line Worker position for our Littlefield, TX location! As an Apprentice Lineman you will be taught a very rewarding career in constructing, maintenance, removal and storm restoration of high voltage distribution and transmission lines. Xcel Energy has a very reputable Department of Labor certified apprentice program that is recognized throughout the United States.

Summary Position will be responsible for construction, maintenance and operations. Supports maintenance and emergency repairs of distribution and transmission lines.

Required: Apprentice Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or GED
• Must have a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL Class A) or ability to acquire it within 120 days of start date.
• Must have successfully taken the EEI CAST Assessment
• Must be totally committed to safety, quality work and customer service
• Must be able and willing to respond to after hour and weekend call outs
• Position could possibly require travel for extended time periods
• Apprentices are required to attend 2nd, 3rd and 4th year apprentice schools
• Must be mentally competent, able to communicate and able to comprehend instructions and build on previous experience
• Must exhibit a teamwork attitude and be able to work with others
• Must be of adequate physical stature to Lift and maneuver up to 90 lbs.
• Climb wood poles up to 100' tall
• Perform aerial work in a safety belt in a safe and efficient manner
• Use shovels, sledgehammers and 90 lb. jack hammers
• Work in confined areas
• Must pass the federal DOT physical examination
• Must complete all questions in application and upload a resume for consideration.
• Must reside within 20 miles of the Littlefield Service Center

Xcel Energy is an equal opportunity employer

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 job applicants reasonable accommodations for disabilities throughout the application process.

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $31.33 per hour

Benefits

• Medical/Pharmacy Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account
• Long-term disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee recognition program
• Pension
• 401(k) plan
• Vacation
• Holidays
• 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: 11/03/26

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