HV Substation Electrician (Journeyman) – High-Voltage, On-Call

Xcel Energy, Inc.; Colorado; On-site; USD 72,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Pension

Vacation

Holidays

Sick Time

Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking an Electric Substation Electrician/Technician to build, repair and operate high voltage substations ensuring safe, reliable power for customers. You will work across weather conditions, at heights, and travel as needed.

The role requires CDL A or ability to obtain within 6 months, journeyman substation certification, and experience with high voltage equipment, NEC/FERC/Hazmat/OSHA knowledge, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CDL Class A required or obtainable within 6 months.
• Journeyman level Substation Electrician completion of approved program.
• Experience operating and maintaining high voltage substations.
• Knowledge of National Electric Code, FERC, Hazmat, OSHA regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Install, construct, inspect, repair and maintain all substation equipment (transformers, circuit breakers, instruments, structures, conductors, switches, regulators, motors, pumps, controls and wiring).
• Develop proficiency with Xcel Energy high voltage equipment for safe operation and switching; obtain proper clearances; able to switch 345kV, 230kV, 115kV and distribution voltages.
• Lead on learning and applying key safety practices per Xcel Energy guidelines.

Skills

CDL Class A

Journeyman Electrician

HV Substations experience

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical diagnostic tools

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking an Electric Substation Electrician/Technician to build, repair and operate high voltage substations ensuring safe, reliable power for customers. You will work across weather conditions, at heights, and travel as needed.

The role requires CDL A or ability to obtain within 6 months, journeyman substation certification, and experience with high voltage equipment, NEC/FERC/Hazmat/OSHA knowledge, and strong communication skills.