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Apprentice (1st - 4th Year) or Journey Line Worker - Dumas, TX

Xcel Energy

Dumas, TX 79029

$30.93-$53.16/hr

OnsiteEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

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 the EEI 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 reside within 20 miles of the Dumas Service Center
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 Dumas, TX 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)
Must pass the Xcel Energy security and drug screening