Apprentice (1st Year - 4th Year) or Journey Line Worker - Seminole, TX

Xcel Energy•Seminole, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Xcel Energy Distribution Department is looking to fill an Apprentice (1st Year - 4th Year) or Journey Line Worker position for our Seminole, TX location. As an apprentice lineman you will be taught a very rewarding career in constructing, maintenance, removal and storm restoration of high voltage distribution and transmission lines. Xcel Energy has a very reputable Department of Labor certified apprentice program that is recognized throughout the United States. The position will be responsible for construction, maintenance and operations. Supports maintenance and emergency repairs of distribution and transmission lines.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL Class A) or ability to acquire it within 120 days of start date.
Successfully taken the EEI CAST Assessment (for Apprentice)
Totally committed to safety, quality work and customer service
Able and willing to respond to after hour and weekend call outs
Mentally competent, able to communicate and able to comprehend instructions and build on previous experience
Exhibit a teamwork attitude and be able to work with others
Lift and maneuver up to 90 lbs.
Climb wood poles up to 100' tall
Pass the federal DOT physical examination
Complete all questions in application and upload a resume for consideration.
Reside within 20 miles of the Seminole, TX Service Center
Successfully score on the Journeyman Assessment (for Journeyman)
Completion of an approved apprentice line program or 5 years of progressive electric lineman experience (for Journeyman)
Capable of performing all aspects of electric distribution overhead, underground, construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting (for Journeyman)
Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
Physically fit and able to lift objects up to 90 pounds, pass a physical examination (for Journeyman)
Experience with bucket trucks, digger derricks, trenchers and groundwork with utility line crew required (for Journeyman)
High awareness of safety and compliance with company safety rules is required at all times
Pass the Xcel Energy security and drug screening

Nice To Haves

Travel for extended time periods may be required.

Responsibilities

Construction, maintenance and operations of high voltage distribution and transmission lines.
Maintenance and emergency repairs of distribution and transmission lines.
Attending apprentice schools for 2nd, 3rd and 4th year.
Performing aerial work in a safety belt in a safe and efficient manner.
Using shovels, sledgehammers and 90 lb. jack hammers.
Working in confined areas.
Performing all aspects of electric distribution overhead, underground, construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Being available for emergency callouts as per a schedule.
Performing strenuous physical labor under all types of conditions.
Groundwork with utility line crew.