Substation Electrician Apprentice (1st - 4th Year) Or Journeyman - Seminole, TX
About The Position
Xcel Energy / Southwest Public Service (SPS) is seeking a Substation Electrician Apprentice (1st–4th Year) or Journeyman in Seminole, Texas. Apprentices participate in and complete the four-year electrician apprenticeship program; Journeymen are exempt from the apprenticeship. The position involves learning and performing construction and maintenance work on electrical substations. Successful candidates must communicate effectively, comprehend instructions, build on previous experience, and work well with others as part of a team. The role may be filled at the Journeyman level based on experience and qualifications. The employee must reside within 30 miles of the Xcel Energy Service Center in Seminole, Texas, and be willing to travel extensively for extended periods and respond to after-hours and weekend callouts.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or ability to attend company-provided CDL training within 120 days of the start date.
- Passed the Edison Electric Institute's Construction and Skilled Trades Test (CAST).
- Willingness to respond to after-hours and weekend callouts.
- Willingness to travel extensively for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and maneuver up to 90 pounds.
- Ability to perform aerial work in a safety belt safely and efficiently.
- Ability to use shovels, sledgehammers, 90-pound jackhammers, and an assortment of hand tools.
- Ability to work in confined spaces.
- Must pass the federal D.O.T. physical examination.
- Commitment to safety, quality of work, and customer service.
- Must reside within 30 miles of the Seminole, Texas Xcel Energy Service Center.
- Ability to communicate well, comprehend instructions, build on previous experience, and work well with others.
Nice To Haves
- Utility industry experience.
Responsibilities
- Participate in and complete the four-year electrician apprenticeship program, unless hired as a Journeyman.
- Perform construction and maintenance work on electrical substations.
- Respond to after-hours and weekend callouts.
- Travel extensively for extended periods as required.
Benefits
- Medical/Pharmacy Plan
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Health Care Flexible Spending Account
- Long-term disability (LTD)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee recognition program
- Pension
- 401(k) plan
- Vacation
- Holidays
- Sick time
- Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
