Apprentice Lineman Eau Claire, WI

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 youre looking for.

We anticipate the need of one or more Apprentice Lineman to be located at the Western Service Center in Eau Claire minimum starting (Step 1 60%) rate of pay for this position is $36.19 hourly. The position will be posted for 15 Working Days from October 17 2025 to November 6 2025. Candidate skills and qualifications will be evaluated and in conformity to union contract appropriate step placement will be offered to a successful candidate.

Pay may also be adjusted in conformity with union contract but in no case will it be less than the negotiated step apprentice pay levels as a percentage of base Journeyman Lineman pay :

1st Step : 60%

2nd Step : 65%

3rd Step : 70%

4th Step : 75%

5th Step : 80%

6th Step : 85%

7th Step : 90%

8th Step : 95%

In this position you will be responsible for the construction maintenance and repairs to overhead and underground distribution and transmission systems. The person filling this position must be self-motivated work well with others and possess a positive attitude and commitment to work safely provide quality customer service create customer satisfaction and to work productively.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent

Technical School Lineman degree Commitment to successful participation and advancement in apprenticeship program

Must have good communication and teamwork skills

Requires participation in after-hour emergency callouts in all kinds of weather conditions

Experience with bucket trucks digger derricks trenchers and groundwork with utility line crew desired

Must be committed to working safely and compliance with all company safety rules

Must meet driver qualification requirements as specified in FMCSR parts 382 and 391 including the possession of a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A

This position is subject to D.O.T. random drug and alcohol testing program

Special Requirements

Must be of adequate physical stature to perform routine physical labor associated with line work including but not limited to : lifting climbing working in confined spaces operation of equipment

Willing to travel and work away from home

Must reside within a 20-mile radius of theWestern Service Center Eau Claire WI

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 youre 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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Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is : $36.19 to $57.29 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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Deadline to Apply : 11 / 06 / 25

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 36 - 57