Lineman - Sterling, CO

Public Service Co. of Colorado; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 74,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

HSA

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking a Journeyman Lineman for Sterling, CO to maintain and repair overhead and underground electric distribution systems. The role requires living within 40 minutes of the Sterling Service Center and readiness for after-hours emergency responses.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Class A CDL with Medical Certification, and a completed apprenticeship with Journeyman Lineman certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Class A CDL with Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
• Journeyman Lineman certification and completed apprenticeship required.

Responsibilities

• Perform lineman duties for overhead and underground electric distribution systems.
• Respond to emergency callouts after hours and weekends.
• Must live within 40 minutes/40 miles of Sterling Service Center.
• Operate pole-climbing safely and proficiently.
• Knowledge of distribution primary feeder circuits and transformer loading.

Skills

Physical endurance

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Journeyman Lineman certification

Qualified apprenticeship program

Tools

Hot line tools

Protective devices

Fuses

Line construction equipment

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.

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

The 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.

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Deadline to Apply: 10/29/26

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