Distribution Lineman​/Advanced Apprentice - Pipestone, MN

Fifth Step Apprentice/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 anticipate the need for one or more Fifth Step Apprentice/Journeyman Linemen to be located at the Pipestone, MN. The base rate of pay for Journeyman Lineman is $62.27 hourly according to the "Exhibit A" wage scale. A Fifth Step Apprentice will be coming in at 70% of the Journeyman rate of pay at $49.82, 85% at 6th Step, 90% at 7th Step, or 95% at an 8th Step.

This position will be posted for 10 working days from June 30, 2026, to July 14, 2026.

Job Responsibilities (May include, but not limited to the following)

Perform all duties of the Lineman Classification. Including work on overhead and underground electric distribution and transmission systems. Individual filling this position should have a high-level commitment to safety, provide quality customer service, be self-motivated and possess a positive attitude.

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a degree/diploma from an accepted Line School.
• Must meet driver qualification requirements, including the possession of a valid Commercial Class A Driver's License.
• Must be physically capable of performing all aspects of electric overhead and underground distribution construction, operations, and maintenance work.
• Must have good communication and teamwork skills.
• Must presently be qualified to be a Fifth Step Apprentice Lineman or higher.
• Must be self-motivated and possess a positive attitude.
• Demonstrated commitment to work safely and productively.

Special Requirements

• Requires participation in after-hours emergency callouts.
• Must live within a 20-mile radius of the assigned Service Center.
• This position is subject to D.O.T. random drug and alcohol testing program

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: $43.59 to $62.27 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.

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Final date to receive applications: 07/14/26