Substation Electrician Denver, CO
Substation Electrician Denver, CO
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Job Description
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 for one or more Electric Substation Electrician/Technician(s).The starting rate of pay for this position is $61.70hourly.
Selection criteria will also include an interview and pre-employment written and hands-on testing that will take place at a company training facility.
Use your expertise and hands-on experience to build repair and operate high voltage substations. Ensure that safe reliable and cost-effective power is available for all of Xcel Energys customers.
Summary
In this position you will be required to:
Install construct inspect repair and maintain all electrical substation equipment such as: high voltage transformers power circuit breakers and instrument transformers structures conductors conduits switches regulators generators motors pumps controls and other wiring.
Quickly develop and demonstrate proficiency with Xcel Energy high voltage electrical equipment for safe operation and switching. Will be responsible to obtain and verify proper clearances and must have the ability to switch 345kv 230kv 115kv and all distribution high voltages. A working knowledge of lockout tag out policies and procedures will also be expected.
Take the lead on learning implementing and demonstrating key safety practices and procedures that follow Xcel energys safety guidelines.
Required
In this position you will need to be self-motivated work well on a team and have a positive attitude. You may work in a variety of weather conditions at heights and within confined spaces. You will be expected to respond to after hours and weekend call-out and totravel extensively for extended periods of time.
Successful applicants will have a high school diploma or GED and meet the following criteria:
Must have a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A or be able to obtain one within 6 months of hire.
Must be a Journeyman level Substation Electrician who has completed an approved Substation Apprentice program or company approved equivalent program.
Must have experience with operating and maintaining high voltage electrical substations.
Basic knowledge of National Electric Code FERC Hazmat OSHA regulations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds.
Ability to use an assortment of hand and power tools and electrical diagnostic equipment.
Basic computer literacy and a familiarity with Microsoft Office products.
Must live within 40 miles and 40 minutes of the Lipan Distribution Center
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.
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at .
BargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $61.70 per hourThis 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 (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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Employment Type
Full-Time
