Apprentice/ Journeyman Lineman - Hayward, WI

Job Description Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow?

A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you're looking for. We anticipate the need for one or more Apprentice (5th Step or higher)/Journeyman Lineman at our Hayward Service Center in Hayward, WI. Address: 16048 Electric Avenue.

The Journeyman rate of pay for this position is $55.45. Depending on what step you'll be coming in as, the following is the pay structure: 5th Step: 80% of Journeyman rate 6th Step: 85% of Journeyman rate 7th Step: 90% of Journeyman rate 8th Step: 95% of Journeyman rate Summary Primary responsibilities consist of but are not limited to installation, maintenance and removal of overhead and underground distribution conductors and equipment. Must be able to climb poles, work on energized conductors and equipment, perform hot stick work on energized high voltage conductors, work in inclement weather, be available for callout work and all other work as outlined in the lineman position.

Required High school graduate or equivalent Technical School Lineman degree is preferred Must presently be qualified to be an Adanced Step/Journeyman Lineman and have a working knowledge of all phases of Distribution and Transmission Construction, Maintenance and Operating Must have good communication and teamwork skills Requires participation in after-hour emergency callouts in all kinds of weather conditions Experience with bucket trucks, digger derricks, trenchers and groundwork with utility line crew required A high awareness of safety and compliance with company safety rules is required at all times Must reside within 20 miles of the service Center within 6 months of hire. Must be committed to working safely Must meet driver qualification requirements as specified in FMCSR parts 382 and 391 including the possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need.

If you're ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruitingxcelenergy.com.

Bargaining The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $44.34 to $55.45 per hour This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, 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), Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in 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 (VPTO) Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part. Deadline to Apply: 10/07/24 EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF) ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com/ accessible to any and all users.

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