Distribution Journeyman Lineman - Rifle, CO

Xcel Energy; Rifle (CO); On-site; USD 76,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking a Journeyman Lineman to be based in Rifle, CO. The role involves overhead and underground electric distribution work, pole climbing, and ensuring safe, reliable service for customers.

Candidates must live within 40 minutes of the Garfield Operations Center and be prepared for after-hours callouts. Required qualifications include a High School diploma or equivalent, Journeyman Lineman certification, an apprenticeship, and a Class A CDL with Medical Examiner’s Certificate.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyman Lineman certification.
• Completed a qualified apprenticeship program.
• CDL Class A license with Medical Examiner’s Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Perform overhead and underground electric distribution lineman duties.
• Respond to emergency callouts after hours and on weekends.
• Operate line construction equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain awareness of safety rules and hazards in the field.

Skills

Physical endurance

Emergency response

Team player

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Journeyman Lineman certification

Qualified apprenticeship program

CDL Class A with Medical Certification

Tools

Hot line tools

Line construction vehicles

Forklifts

Platform digger units

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 Journeyman Lineman to be located in Rifle, CO. The starting rate of pay for this position is $67.02 hourly.SummaryPerform the duties of lineman classification involving overhead and underground electric distribution systems.Special Instructions:1. The successful candidate must have the physical ability, endurance, and desire to perform potentially strenuous outdoor work, at all times of the day and night, and under various weather conditions.2. The successful applicant will be expected to respond to emergency callouts after normal work hours and on weekends.3. The successful applicant must live within 40 minutes/40 miles of the Garfield Operations Center.4. The successful candidate must be able to perform safe, proficient, and effective pole-climbing.5. Applicants must be self-motivated, work well with others, have a positive attitude, and be committed to working safely and productively.For External and Non-Xcel Energy Journeyman candidates, verification of Journeyman Lineman qualifications and knowledge will include written testing and/or practical skills evaluation during the application process.Minimum RequirementsHigh School diploma or equivalent.Valid Class A CDL driver’s license including a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate.All applicants must have completed a qualified apprenticeship program, and possess a Journeyman Lineman certification.Must be willing to live within 40 minutes/40 miles of the Garfield Operations Center.Must have a well-rounded knowledge of distribution primary feeder circuits, transformer loading and connections, and fusing practices.Should have experience with electric meter sets and their connections.Must have knowledge and experience in the use of hot line tools, protective devices, fuses, lightning arresters, disconnect switches, breakers, grounding sets, transformers and their connections.Must be experienced in the operation of Line Construction and Maintenance vehicles including, but not limited to, forklifts, digger-derricks, platform digger units, wire and rope tensioning units, and other similar equipment.Must demonstrate knowledge and experience in electric Distribution system trouble-shooting.Must be thoroughly familiar with the Safety Rules and regulations of the Company and must be well acquainted with the hazards involved in electric Distribution field service work.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: $67.02 per hourThis position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 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), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Vacation, Holidays, Personal Leave, 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: 11/13/26EEO 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.