Lineman - Sterling, CO

Xcel Energy; Sterling (CO); On-site; USD 113,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) plan

Pension

Vacation time

Holidays

Life Insurance

EAP

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking a Journeyman Lineman to support overhead and underground electric distribution in Sterling, Colorado. The role requires living within 40 minutes of the Sterling Service Center and readiness for after-hours emergencies.

Qualified candidates will have a Journeyman Lineman certification, a completed apprenticeship, and a Class A CDL with Medical Examiner’s Certificate. The position offers comprehensive benefits and competitive pay starting at $63.95 per hour.

Qualifications

• Requires Journeyman Lineman certification and apprenticeship program completion.
• CDL Class A with valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate is required.
• Experience with distribution primary feeders, transformers, fusing, meters, PPE and hot-line tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties of lineman classification for overhead and underground electric distribution systems.
• Respond to emergency callouts after hours and weekends.
• Live within 40 minutes/40 miles of the Sterling Service Center.
• Climb poles safely and proficiently; operate related equipment.
• Maintain safety adherence per company and OSHA requirements.

Skills

Physical endurance

Pole climbing

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

Journeyman Lineman certification

Class A CDL with Medical Examiner’s Certificate

Qualified apprenticeship program

Tools

Line construction equipment operation

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 Sterling, CO The starting rate of pay for this position is $63.95 hourly.

Summary

Perform 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 Sterling Service 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 Requirements

High 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 Sterling Service 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 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 a knowledge and experience in electric Distribution system troubleshooting.

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.

Must be familiar with use of rubber gloves, sleeves, line hose, switching procedures, as well as in the use of PPE in accordance with Company and OSHA requirements.

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

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Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $63.95 per hour

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Health Care Reimbursement 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: 10/29/26

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