Journeyman Lineman/Advanced Step (5th step or higher) Apprentice Lineman - Monticello, MN

Xcel Energy • Monticello, MN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Xcel Energy is hiring one or more Journeyman Linemen or Advanced Step Apprentice Linemen (5th step or higher) for its Monticello Service Center in Monticello, Minnesota. The role is part of an electric line crew and performs lineman-classification work involving construction, maintenance, and emergency repairs on overhead and underground distribution and transmission systems within Xcel Energy’s service territory. The successful candidate must reside within 20 miles of the reporting headquarters. The posting also states that candidates must live within 20 miles of the Montevideo Service Center.

Journeyman pay is $62.27 per hour, and 5th Step Apprentice pay is $49.82 per hour. The position was scheduled to be posted for 10 working days, from October 30, 2026, through November 12, 2026. Employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting company information and systems by following cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• For an Advanced Step Apprentice position, possess a degree or diploma from an accepted line school or a state-issued Journeyman certificate.
• For a Journeyman position, possess a state-issued Journeyman certificate and pass a company skills assessment.
• Experience with digger derricks, bucket trucks, and trenchers.
• Ability to work at heights up to and above 100 feet.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home.
• Effective communication, good teamwork skills, and ability to understand, comprehend, and follow workplace directions.
• Quality work ethic and commitment to optimum customer service.
• Ability to work additional hours and respond to after-hours and weekend call-outs.
• High awareness of safety and compliance with company safety rules.
• Meet driver qualification requirements specified in FMCSR Parts 382 and 391, including possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
• Reside within 20 miles of the reporting headquarters; the posting also states within 20 miles of the Montevideo Service Center.
• Ability to work efficiently while performing the essential responsibilities, which may include lifting and maneuvering.

Responsibilities

• Perform lineman duties as part of an electric line crew.
• Construct, maintain, and make emergency repairs to overhead and underground distribution and transmission systems in Xcel Energy’s service territory.
• Work additional hours and respond to after-hours and weekend call-outs.
• Follow company safety rules and applicable compliance requirements.
• Protect company information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices.

Benefits

• Medical/Pharmacy Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 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)
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in an 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

What This Job Offers

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