Advanced Step Apprentice/Journeyman Lineman

Xcel Energy
Any Location, WI
Job Description
Role Overview

This position will involve installation, maintenance, and removal of overhead and underground distribution conductors and equipment. The successful candidate will be required to climb poles, work on energized conductors, and perform hot stick work on energized high voltage conductors.

What You Will Do

The primary responsibilities of this position consist of but are not limited to installation, maintenance, and removal of overhead and underground distribution conductors and equipment. The successful candidate will be required to climb poles, work on energized conductors, and perform hot stick work on energized high voltage conductors.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This position is ideal for individuals who are committed to working safely and complying with all company safety rules. The successful candidate will be required to participate in after-hour emergency callouts in all kinds of weather conditions and be willing to travel and work away from home.

Requirements

  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Technical School Lineman degree is preferred
  • Must presently be a Fifth Step Apprentice Lineman or higher
  • Must have a working knowledge of all phases of Distribution and Transmission Construction, Maintenance and Operating
  • Must have good communication and teamwork skills
  • Requires participation in after-hour emergency callouts in all kinds of weather conditions
  • Experience with bucket trucks, digger derricks, trenchers, and groundwork with utility line crew required
  • Must be committed to working safely and compliance with all company safety rules
  • Must be of adequate physical stature to perform routine physical labor associated with line work
  • Must reside within a 20-mile radius of the assigned Service Center
  • Must meet driver qualification requirements as specified in FMCSR parts 382 and 391 including the possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A

Benefits

  • Medical/Pharmacy Plan
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
  • Health Care Reimbursement Account
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Short-term disability (STD)
  • Long-term disability (LTD)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Fitness Center Reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Transit programs
  • Employee recognition program
  • Pension
  • 401(k) plan
  • Vacation
  • Holidays
  • Additional days off
  • Sick Time
  • Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
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