1st - 4th Year Apprentice Electrician - Substation Construction - Amarillo, TX 79118

About the role

A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for. We are looking for Substation Electrician Apprentices to join our team in Amarillo, TX! This position will participate in and complete our four-year, electrician apprenticeship program and will learn and be responsible for construction and maintenance on electrical substations for Xcel Energy.

In this position you must be able to communicate well, and able to comprehend instructions and build on previous experience. A good team-work attitude and ability to work well with others is a must. This position may be filled at a higher level depending upon experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or the ability to attend company provided CDL training within 120 days of start date
• Must have passed the Edison Electric Institute's Construction and Skilled Trades Test (CAST)
• Must be willing to respond to after hour and weekend call outs
• Must be willing to travel extensively for extended periods of time
• Must Be Of Adequate Physical Stature To Lift and maneuver up to 90 lbs
• Perform aerial work in a safety belt in a safe and efficient manner
• Use shovels, sledgehammers, 90 lb. jackhammers, and an assortment of hand tools
• Work in confined spaces
• Must pass the federal D.O.T. physical examination
• Must be totally committed to safety, quality of work, and customer service
• Must reside within 20 miles of the Amarillo, TX Xcel Energy Service Center 79118

Preferred

• Utility Industry Experience

Benefits

• Medical/Pharmacy Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Long-term disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee recognition program
• Pension
• 401(k) plan
• Vacation
• Holidays
• Sick Time
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

Pay

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $30.93 per hour