What are the responsibilities and job description for the Distribution Lineman - St. Cloud, MN position at Xcel Energy?
Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.
We anticipate the need for one or more Journeyman Lineman to join our team at our St. Cloud Service Center in St. Could, MN. The journeyman pay for this position is $60.31 according to "Exhibit A" wage scale.
This position will be posted for 10 Working Days from April 25th, 2025, to May 8th, 2025.
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 St. Could 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
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $60.31 per hour
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, 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), 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.
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: 05/07/25
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