Electric Line Groundworker - Alamosa, CO

Xcel Energy • Alamosa, CO

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Xcel Energy is seeking a Groundman 1st Year to work at the Alamosa Service Center in Alamosa, Colorado. As a Groundman, you will utilize your skills to work on electric distribution line circuits, including setting and removing poles and towers, and installing and removing conductor. This role involves working on electric distribution line circuits and requires a high commitment to safety and physical fitness. The position may require some out-of-town travel to different Xcel Energy Colorado territories.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Work experience operating construction equipment
• Possess class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Must have passed or successfully pass the EEI Construction and Skilled Trades (CAST) selection test.
• High Commitment to Safety
• Good communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Must be in excellent physical condition and be able to handle a 90 lb jackhammer
• Highly developed mechanical ability
• Must be able to respond to afterhours call out, both weekends and evenings
• Must live within 40 miles or 40 minutes of the Alamosa Service Center

Nice To Haves

• Computer Skills for learning and compliance training
• Knowledge of hand and power tools and the safety of their use
• Understanding how to work with ropes/knots and how to use them
• Understanding and familiarity of DOT regulations

Responsibilities

• Installing and removing overhead and underground conductors
• Rigging of all varieties for use with crane applications
• Driving and operation of numerous commercial vehicles
• Helicopter uses with construction
• Using specialized equipment like ATV's and SNOW CAT's
• Other duties as assigned

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)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED