Job Description

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 you're looking for.


We anticipate the need for one or more Groundman to join our team in supporting electric overhead and underground construction to be located in the Chanhassen Service Center in Chanhassen, MN. This position has a Graduate Wage Scale starting at $28.45 hourly. This position will be posted for10 working days from November 3, 2025, to November 14, 2025.

Summary

Successful candidate will perform all duties of the Groundman classification, which involves various electric line construction and maintenance responsibilities.

Required

Qualified candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED and meet all of the following criteria:

Completion of an accredited Lineman program or Xcel Energy equivalent. Work experience operating construction equipment. Possess Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) High commitment to Safety. Good communication skills (both written and verbal). Must be in excellent physical condition and be able to operate a 90 lb. jackhammer. Highly developed mechanical ability. Must be able to respond to after-hours call out, both weekends and evenings. Must be willing to participate in written and hands on assessments

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 you're ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.


Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.


Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $28.45 per hour
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Vacation, Holidays, Additional days off, 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: 11/14/25
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