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Substation Electrician Apprentice (1st - 4th Year) Or Journeyman - Seminole, TX

Xcel Energy · Seminole, TX · 3 days ago
Management$31.33–$53.85/hrFull-time

About the role

Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) is a leading energy provider and Fortune 500 company serving millions of electricity and natural gas customers across eight states: Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico, and Texas. The company is dedicated to delivering reliable, resilient, and sustainable energy while helping lead the clean energy transition.

Xcel Energy / Southwest Public Service (SPS) seeks a Substation Electrician Apprentice (1st–4th Year) or Journeyman to join the team in Seminole, TX. The position participates in and completes a four‑year electrician apprenticeship program (except for Journeyman) and learns construction and maintenance on electrical substations. Strong communication, the ability to comprehend instructions and build on experience, and a good team‑work attitude are essential. The role may be filled at the Journeyman level depending on experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

  • Construct and maintain electrical substations for Xcel Energy.
  • Complete the four‑year electrician apprenticeship program (apprentice levels only).
  • Follow safety protocols, quality standards, and customer‑service commitments.
  • Respond to after‑hour and weekend call‑outs as required.
  • Travel extensively for extended periods to support operations.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or ability to attend company‑provided CDL training within 120 days of start date.
  • Passed the Edison Electric Institute’s Construction and Skilled Trades Test (CAST).
  • Willingness to respond to after‑hour and weekend call‑outs.
  • Willingness to travel extensively for extended periods.
  • Physical capability to lift and maneuver up to 90 lbs.
  • Ability to perform aerial work in a safety belt safely and efficiently.
  • Proficiency using shovels, sledgehammers, 90‑lb jackhammers, and assorted hand tools.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces.
  • Must pass the federal D.O.T. physical examination.
  • Total commitment to safety, quality of work, and customer service.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Utility industry experience.
  • Residence within 30 miles of the Seminole, Texas Xcel Energy Service Center.

Benefits

  • Medical/Pharmacy Plan
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Care Flexible Spending 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)

Benefit plans are subject to change; Xcel Energy reserves the right to end, suspend, or amend any plan at any time.

Pay

Anticipated starting base pay: $31.33 to $53.85 per hour.

Schedule & Travel

  • After‑hour and weekend call‑outs required.
  • Extensive travel for extended periods required.

Application deadline: 11/06/2026. Xcel Energy provides reasonable accommodations for disabilities during the application process; see the Applicant Accommodation Request Form for details.

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