Journeyman Substation Electrician

Company:	Xcel Energy Company Profile \| Current Opportunities (16)
Job Location(s):	Denver
Employment Term:	Regular
Employment Type	Full Time
Start Date:	As soon as possible
Starting Salary Range:	Not Provided
Required Experience:	Open
Related Categories:	Skilled Trades - Electrical, Energy

Position Description

Journeyman Substation Electrician-20377

Description

We are looking for experienced and hardworking Substation Electricians to join the Xcel Energy team in either Denver or Brush, Colorado! This challenging and rewarding position is responsible for the construction, operation and maintenance of high voltage substation equipment.

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 Energy's customers.

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 energy's safety guidelines.

Qualifications

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 to travel extensively for extended periods of time.

Successful applicants will have a High school diploma or GED and meet the following criteria:

Completion of an approved Substation Apprentice program or company approved equivalent and be a Journeyman level Substation Electrician.
Must have a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A.
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.

At Xcel Energy, our customers' quality of life depends on the energy we provide. Every time they flip a switch or turn a dial, they tap into the energy of over 12,000 people working to make life better. 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.

Xcel Energy has become a leader in the energy industry by demonstrating excellence in environmental performance. Our environmental commitment includes improving air quality, conserving resources, harnessing renewable energy, and protecting wildlife and habitats.

Xcel Energy's vitality comes from our people. It takes professionals in engineering, customer service, linemen, marketing and sales professionals, energy traders, mechanics, finance and accounting professionals and many others to power our company. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include a range of options and coverage levels.

Primary LocationCO-Denver

Other LocationsCO-Brush

Schedule Full-time