Electric Line Groundworker - Sterling, CO

Xcel Energy • Sterling, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Xcel Energy is hiring a Groundman 1st Year at its Sterling Service Center in Sterling, Colorado. The role works on electric distribution line circuits, including setting and removing poles and towers and installing and removing conductors. Work involves specialized line construction equipment and vehicles, and some out-of-town travel to other Xcel Energy territories in Colorado. The employee must be able to respond to after-hours callouts, including evenings and weekends, and live within 40 miles or 40 minutes of the Sterling Service Center.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Work experience operating construction equipment.
• Possess a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Pass the EEI Construction and Skilled Trades (CAST) selection test.
• High commitment to safety.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent physical condition and ability to handle a 90-pound jackhammer.
• Highly developed mechanical ability.
• Ability to respond to after-hours callouts, including evenings and weekends.
• Live within 40 miles or 40 minutes of the Sterling Service Center.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools and safe use of them.
• Understanding of ropes and knots and how to use them.
• Understanding and familiarity with DOT regulations.
• Accustomed to varieties of specialized line construction equipment and vehicles.
• Computer skills for learning and compliance training.

Responsibilities

• Install and remove overhead and underground conductors.
• Rig equipment for crane applications.
• Drive and operate commercial vehicles.
• Use helicopters in construction work.
• Operate specialized equipment such as ATVs and snowcats.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical/pharmacy plan
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Health care flexible spending account
• Health savings account, if enrolled in an eligible health plan
• Limited-purpose flexible spending account, if enrolled in an eligible health plan and HSA
• Long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness center reimbursement, if enrolled in an eligible health plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee recognition program
• Pension
• 401(k) plan
• Vacation
• Holidays
• Personal leave
• Sick time
• Volunteer paid time off

What This Job Offers

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