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

Xcel Energy•Amarillo, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Xcel Energy Transmission Construction Department is looking to fill an Apprentice Lineman (1st Year - 4th Year) or Journey Worker position for our Amarillo, TX 79118 location. As an apprentice lineman you will be taught a very rewarding career in constructing, maintenance, removal and storm restoration of high voltage transmission lines. Xcel Energy has a very reputable Department of Labor certified apprentice program that is recognized throughout the United States. Position will be responsible for construction, maintenance and operations. Supports maintenance and emergency repairs of transmission lines.

Requirements

Must have a High School diploma or GED
Must have a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL Class A) or ability to acquire it within 120 days of start date.
Must have successfully taken the EEI CAST Assessment (for Apprentice)
Must be totally committed to safety, quality work and customer service
Must be able and willing to respond to after hour and weekend call outs
Apprentices are required to attend 2nd, 3rd and 4th year apprentice schools
Must be mentally competent, able to communicate and able to comprehend instructions and build on previous experience
Must exhibit a teamwork attitude and be able to work with others
Must be of adequate physical stature to Lift and maneuver up to 90 lbs.
Climb wood poles up to 100' tall
Perform aerial work in a safety belt in a safe and efficient manner
Use shovels, sledgehammers and 90 lb. jack hammers
Work in confined areas
Must pass the federal DOT physical examination
Must complete all questions in application and upload a resume for consideration.
Must successfully score on the Journeyman Assessment (for Journeyman)
Completion of an approved apprentice line program is required or 5 years of progressive electric lineman experience. (for Journeyman)
Must have a Class A CDL (for Journeyman)
Must be capable of performing all aspects of electric transmission overhead, underground, construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting. (for Journeyman)
Must be available for emergency call-outs as per a schedule. (for Journeyman)
Must have effective communication skills (verbal and written).
Must be physically fit and able to lift objects up to 90 pounds, pass a physical examination and be able to perform strenuous physical labor under all types of conditions. (for Journeyman)
Experience with bucket trucks, digger derricks, trenchers and groundwork with utility line crew required (for Journeyman)
A high awareness of safety and compliance with company safety rules is required at all times
Selection criteria may include testing and/or assessment.
Must pass the Xcel Energy security and drug screening

Nice To Haves

Travel for extended time periods may be required.

Responsibilities

Constructing, maintenance, removal and storm restoration of high voltage transmission lines.
Construction, maintenance and operations.
Maintenance and emergency repairs of transmission lines.
Performing all aspects of electric transmission overhead, underground, construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Responding to after hour and weekend call outs.
Performing strenuous physical labor under all types of conditions.
Working with utility line crew.