Electric Line Groundworker Evergreen, CO

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 moreGroundman1st Yearthat will be located at Evergreen Service Center in Evergreen Colorado. As aGroundmanyou will have the opportunity toutilizeyour skills to work on electric transmission line circuits including setting and removing poles and towers and installing and removing conductor.

Responsibilities:

• Installing and removing overhead and undergroundconductors

• Rigging of all varieties for use with crane applications

• Driving and operation ofnumerouscommercial vehicles

• Helicopteruseswith construction

• Using specialized equipment like ATVs and SNOW CATs

• Other duties as assigned

Competencies:

• Accustomed to many varieties of specialized line construction equipment and vehicles

• Computer Skills for learning and compliance training

• Knowledge of hand and power tools and the safety of their use

• Understanding how to work with ropes/knots and how to use them

• Understanding and familiarity of DOT regulations

*Please note that this position will require someout of towntravel to different Xcel Energy Colorado territories.

MinimumRequirements:

• High school diploma or GED

• Work experience operating construction equipment

• Possess class A CommercialDriversLicense (CDL)

• Must have passed or successfullypassthe EEI Construction and Skilled Trades (CAST) selection test.

• High Commitment to Safety Good communication skills (both written and verbal)

• Must be in excellent physical condition and be able to handle a 90lbjackhammer

• Highly developed mechanical ability

• Must be able to respond toafterhourscall out both weekends and evenings

EEI Testing:

1. If your assessment results and application best meet the qualifications for the position you will be invited to take the EEI Test via email.
2. Sign up for the test using the link in email invitation.
3. After signing up you will receive a confirmation email to take the test. You can prepare for the test using the study information sent to you.
4. The test results will be sent via email within 2 weeks of completing the test.
5. The applications of successful candidates will be sent to the hiring leader for review.

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.

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