Apprentice (1st Year - 4th Year) or Journey Line Worker - Hobbs, NM

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.

As an Apprentice or Journey Line Worker, you will be taught or experience a very rewarding career in constructing, maintenance, removal and storm restoration of high voltage distribution 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 distribution lines.

• 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 theEEI CAST Assessment
• 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
• Position could possibly require travel for extended time periods
• 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 reside within 20 miles of the Hobbs, NM Service Center

• Must successfully score on the Journeyman Assessment.
• Completion of an approved apprentice line program is required or 5 years of progressive electric lineman experience.
• Must have a Class A CDL
• Must be capable of performing all aspects of electric distribution overhead, underground, construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Must be available for emergency callouts as per a schedule.
• Must have effective communication skills (verbal and written).
• Position could possibly require travel for extended time periods
• 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.
• 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 Hobbs, NM service center.
• Selection criteria may include testing and/or assessment.
• Must pass the Xcel Energy security and drug screening

Xcel Energy is an equal opportunity employer

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: $30.93 to $53.16 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
• 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)

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.

In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation.

You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Final date to receive applications: 08/14/26

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