Apprentice (1st Year - 4th Year) Line Worker - Carlsbad, NM

Position will be responsible for construction, maintenance and operations. Supports maintenance and emergency repairs of distribution and transmission lines.

Required: Apprentice Line Worker Qualifications

Must have a High School diploma or GED

Must have a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL Class A) or ability to acquire it within 120 days of start date.

Must have successfully taken the EEI CAST Assessment

Must be totally committed to safety, quality work and customer service

Must be able and willing to respond to after hour and weekend call outs

Position could possibly require travel for extended time periods

Apprentices are required to attend 2nd, 3rd and 4th year apprentice schools

Must be mentally competent, able to communicate and able to comprehend instructions and build on previous experience

Must exhibit a teamwork attitude and be able to work with others

Must be of adequate physical stature to

Lift and maneuver up to 90 lbs.

Climb wood poles up to 100' tall

Perform aerial work in a safety belt in a safe and efficient manner

Use shovels, sledgehammers and 90 lb. jack hammers

Work in confined areas

Must pass the federal DOT physical examination

Must complete all questions in application and upload a resume for consideration.

Must reside within 20 miles of the Carlsbad Service Center

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Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $30.93 to $38.17 per hour

This position is eligible for the following 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 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: 10/23/26

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