Journeyman Lineman/Advanced Step (5th step or higher) Apprentice Lineman - Montevideo Service Center

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. We anticipate the need for one or more Journeyman Lineman / Advanced Step Apprentice (5th step or higher) to join our team at our Montevideo Service Center in Montevideo, MN. The Journeyman hourly rate for this position is $62.27, and the 5th Step Apprentice rate is $49.82. This position will be posted for 10 Working Days from October 12, 2026, to October 23, 2026. 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 Montevideo 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 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: $49.82 to $62.27 per hour This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Pharmacy Plan Dental Vision Life Insurance Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Health Care Flexible Spending 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. 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