Apprentice (1st - 4th Year) or Journey Line Worker - Borger, TX

Xcel Energy Services Inc; United States; Presencial; USD 43 000 - 73 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Pension

401(k)

Paid time off

Resumo da oferta

Xcel Energy Distribution Department seeks an Apprentice (1st Year–4th Year) or Journeyman Lineman for its Borger Service Center. You’ll learn a rewarding career building and maintaining high-voltage distribution and transmission lines, under an accredited DOT safety program.

The role covers construction, maintenance, and operations, with emphasis on safety and teamwork. The position pays hourly with benefits including medical and retirement plans, and requires near Borger, TX.

Qualificações

• High School diploma or GED required.
• CDL Class A or ability to obtain within 120 days of start date.
• EEI CAST Assessment must be completed successfully.
• Safety, quality work and customer service are essential.
• Willingness for after-hours and weekend callouts.

Responsabilidades

• Construct, maintain and operate distribution and transmission lines.
• Support maintenance and emergency repairs of lines as needed.

Conhecimentos

CDL Class A

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Customer service

Formação académica

High School diploma or GED

Ferramentas

Bucket trucks

Digger derricks

Trenchers

Groundwork equipment

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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.

Xcel Energy Distribution Department is looking to fillan Apprentice (1st Year - 4th Year) or Journey Line Worker positionfor ourBorger Service Center location!

As an apprentice lineman you will be taught a very rewarding career in constructing, maintenance, removal and storm restoration of high voltage distribution andtransmission 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 theEEI 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 theBorger, TX Service Center

Journeyman Lineman Qualification Requirements

• Must successfully score on the Journeyman Assessment
• Completion of an approved apprentice line program is required or 5 years of progressive electric lineman experience.
• Must have a Class A CDL
• Must be capable of performing all aspects of electric distribution overhead, underground, construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Must be available for emergency callouts as per a schedule.
• Must have effective communication skills (verbal and written).
• Position could possibly require travel for extended time periods
• Must be physically fit and able to lift objects up to 90 pounds, pass a physical examination and be able to perform strenuous physical labor under all types of conditions.
• Experience with bucket trucks, digger derricks, trenchers and groundwork with utility line crew required
• A high awareness of safety and compliance with company safety rules is required at all times
• Must reside within 20 miles of theBorger, TX Service Center
• Selection criteria may include testing and/or assessment.
• Must pass the Xcel Energy security and drug screening

Xcel Energy is an equal opportunity employer

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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

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Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $30.93 to $53.16 per hour
This position is eligible for the following 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.

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Deadline to Apply: 10/23/26

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