Transmission Journeyman Lineman - Golden, CO

Journeyman Lineman

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 are looking for a talented and experienced Journeyman Lineman to join our Xcel Energy Transmission Lines, Construction, and Maintenance team in Golden, Colorado!

This position starts at $63.95 per hour. The pay bumps up to $73.93 per hour after bare hand and long line training is complete or after 120 days from start for transmission line workers.

Summary As a Journeyman Lineman, you will perform all duties of the lineman classification that involve overhead and underground electric transmission systems. Must be willing to do live line bare hand and helicopter long lining activities. You will need to be self-motivated, work well with others and possess a positive attitude. A strong commitment to work safely, provide quality customer service, create customer satisfaction and to work productively are a must in this position.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must presently hold a Journeyman Lineman Certificate. Will be required to provide proof of successful completion of a recognized Lineman Apprenticeship.
• Must meet driver qualification requirements, including the possession of a valid Commercial Drivers License. (Class A CDL)
• Requires participation in after-hour emergency call-outs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to successfully work with customers on a wide range of concerns.
• Must be self-motivated and possess a positive attitude.
• Demonstrated commitment to work productively and safely.
• Applicant is required to successfully pass the Xcel Energy screening requirements, which include a drug test and security clearance.

• Willing to travel for extended periods of time, 50% travel required.

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.

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The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $63.95 per hour

This position is eligible for the following benefits:
Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 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), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Vacation, Holidays, Personal Leave, 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.

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