Journeyman Lineman/Advanced Step (5th step or higher) Apprentice Lineman - Montevideo Service Center - Montevideo, MN

Xcel Energy Services Inc; United States; Sur place; USD 69 000 - 86 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation

Résumé du poste

Xcel Energy in Montevideo, MN is hiring a Journeyman Lineman / Advanced Step Apprentice to join an electric line crew. You will perform construction, maintenance and emergency repairs of both overhead and underground systems within Xcel Energy’s service territory.

The role requires a valid Journeyman certificate or Line School diploma, the ability to climb and travel, and a strong commitment to safety and customer service. Candidates must reside within 20 miles of the Montevideo Service Center.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Line school diploma or state journeyman certificate for advanced step.
• State journeyman certificate and skills assessment for journeyman role.

Responsabilités

• Perform construction, maintenance and emergency repairs of overhead and underground distribution and transmission systems.
• Operate within the electric line crew as part of Xcel Energy service territory.
• Meet safety, quality, and customer service standards.

Connaissances

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Drive/travel readiness

Strong work ethic

Formation

High School diploma

Line School certificate

Journeyman certificate

Outils

Digger derricks

Bucket trucks

Trenchers

Description du poste

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 more Journeyman Lineman / Advanced Step Apprentice (5th step or higher) to join our team at our Montevideo Service Center in Montevideo, MN. The Journeyman hourly rate for this position is $62.27, and the 5th Step Apprentice rate is $49.82.

This position will be posted for 10 Working Days from October 12, 2026, to October 23, 2026.

Summary

This position will work as part of an electric line crew operation and perform duties of the lineman classification involving construction, maintenance and emergency repairs of all overhead and underground distribution and transmission systems in Xcel Energy service territory.

The successful candidate will be required to reside within a 20 miles radius of the reporting headquarters.

Required

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Must possess a degree/diploma from an accepted Line School or a state issued Journeyman certificate for an Advanced step position.
• Must possess a state issued Journeyman certificate and pass a company skills assessment for a Journeyman position.
• Experience with digger derricks, bucket trucks, trenchers is required.
• Must be able to work at heights up to and above 100 feet.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home.
• Must be able to communicate effectively; have good teamwork skills and able to understand, comprehend, and follow directions in the workplace
• Must have a quality work ethic and be committed to optimum customer service.
• Must be able to work additional hours, respond to after hours and weekend call outs.
• A high awareness of safety and compliance with company safety rules is required at all times.
• Just meet driver qualification requirements as specified in FMCSR Parts 382 and 391 including the possession of a valid Commercial Drivers License Class A.
• Must live within a 20 miles radius from the Montevideo Service Center.
• This job will require the ability to work in an efficient manner while performing the essential responsibilities of the position which may include lifting and maneuvering

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 of an accommodationto complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation RequestForm .

Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $49.82 to $62.27 per hour

• Medical/Pharmacy Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 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)
• 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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Deadline to Apply

10/23/26

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