Journeyman Lineman: Electric Distribution & Field Tech

Public Service Co. of Colorado; United States; On-site; USD 73,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Health Care Reimbursement Account

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Long-term disability (LTD)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Center Reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Pension

401(k) plan

Vacation

Holidays

Personal Leave

Sick Time

Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

Job summary

Xcel Energy is hiring a Journeyman Lineman to perform duties on overhead and underground electric distribution systems. The role requires readiness for emergency callouts and strict adherence to safety rules. Candidates must live within 40 minutes of the Evergreen Service Center and bring strong field experience.

The position offers comprehensive benefits and a competitive hourly wage, reflecting the demanding nature of outdoor and night/weekend work in multiple weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class A CDL driver’s license including a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
• 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 Evergreen Service Center.
• Strong knowledge of distribution primary feeder circuits, transformer loading and connections, and fusing practices.
• Experience with electric meter sets and their connections.
• Knowledge of hot line tools, protective devices, fuses, lightning arresters, disconnect switches, breakers, grounding sets, transformers and their connections.
• Experience operating Line Construction and Maintenance vehicles (forklifts, digger-derricks, platform digger units, etc.).
• Familiarity with electric distribution troubleshooting and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform lineman duties for overhead and underground electric distribution systems.
• Respond to emergency callouts after hours and on weekends.
• Collaborate with team to ensure safe and productive work.
• Maintain compliance with safety rules and PPE requirements.
• Live within 40 minutes/40 miles of the Evergreen Service Center.

Skills

Electrical distribution knowledge

Pole climbing

Troubleshooting distribution systems

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Valid Class A CDL driver’s license with Medical Certificate

Qualified apprenticeship program

Journeyman Lineman certification

Tools

Forklifts

Digger-derricks

Platform digger units

Job description

Xcel Energy is hiring a Journeyman Lineman to perform duties on overhead and underground electric distribution systems. The role requires readiness for emergency callouts and strict adherence to safety rules. Candidates must live within 40 minutes of the Evergreen Service Center and bring strong field experience.

The position offers comprehensive benefits and a competitive hourly wage, reflecting the demanding nature of outdoor and night/weekend work in multiple weather conditions.