Journeyman Lineman - Boulder, CO

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Responsibilities

The successful candidate must have the physical ability, endurance, and desire to perform potentially strenuous outdoor work, at all times of the day and night, and under various weather conditions. 2.
The successful applicant must live within 40 minutes/40 miles of the Boulder Operations Center. 4.
The successful candidate must be able to perform safe, proficient, and effective pole-climbing. 5.
Requirements High School diploma or equivalent.
All applicants must have completed a qualified apprenticeship program and possess a Journeyman Lineman certification.
Must have a well-rounded knowledge of distribution primary feeder circuits, transformer loading and connections, and fusing practices. Should have
experience with electric meter sets and their connections. Must have knowledge and
experience in the use of hot line tools, protective devices, fuses, lightning arresters, disconnect switches, breakers, grounding sets, transformers and their connections.
Must demonstrate knowledge and
experience in electric Distribution system troubleshooting.
If you do not successfully complete the assessment, you are eligible to re-take it after 6 months.
If selected for the next step you will be required to pass the Xcel Energy Journeyman Lineman test. 8.

The starting rate of pay for this position is $63.95 hourly.
Bargaining 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

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com .
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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 Journeyman Lineman to be located in Boulder, CO.
Summary Perform the duties of lineman classification involving overhead and underground electric distribution systems.
The successful applicant will be expected to respond to emergency callouts after normal work hours and on weekends. 3.
Applicants must be self-motivated, work well with others, have a positive attitude, and be committed to working safely and productively.
For External and Non-Xcel Energy Journeyman candidates, verification of Journeyman Lineman
qualifications and knowledge will include written testing and/or practical skills evaluation during the application process. Minimum
Valid Class A CDL driver’s license including a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
Must be willing to live within 40 minutes/40 miles of the Boulder Operations Center.
Must be experienced in the operation of Line Construction and Maintenance vehicles including, but not limited to, forklifts, digger-derricks, platform digger units, wire and rope tensioning units, and other similar equipment.