Electric Line Groundworker - Grand Junction, CO

About the Role

Groundmen are responsible for installing and removing both overhead and underground conductors, rigging equipment for crane operations, and driving a range of commercial vehicles. They also operate helicopters, ATVs, and snowcats to support construction activities. Specialized line‑construction tools and equipment are used daily. • Install and remove overhead and underground conductors. • Perform rigging for crane applications. • Drive and operate a variety of commercial vehicles. • Operate helicopters, ATVs, and snowcats for construction tasks. • Use hand and power tools safely. • Apply rope and knot techniques for line work. • Follow DOT regulations and safety standards. • Respond to after‑hours call‑outs, including weekends and evenings.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸conductor installation
• ▸crane rigging
• ▸vehicle operation
• ▸helicopter ops
• ▸tool use
• ▸safety compliance

What You Bring

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? Xcel Energy is seeking one or more Groundman 1st Year employees for its Mesa County Operations Center in Grand Junction, Colorado. This role offers the chance to work on electric transmission line circuits, including setting and removing poles and towers and installing and removing conductors. Competencies include familiarity with many types of line‑construction equipment, strong computer skills for training compliance, and knowledge of safe hand‑ and power‑tool usage. Workers must understand rope and knot techniques and be knowledgeable about DOT regulations. Some out‑of‑town travel to other Xcel Energy Colorado territories is required. Minimum qualifications are a high school diploma or GED, experience operating construction equipment, and a Class A Commercial Driver’s License. Candidates must pass the EEI Construction and Skilled Trades (CAST) test, demonstrate a high commitment to safety, and possess excellent communication skills. The position demands excellent physical condition, the ability to handle a 90‑lb jackhammer, availability for after‑hours call‑outs, and residence within 40 miles of the operations center. • Hold a high school diploma or GED and a Class A CDL. • Pass the EEI Construction and Skilled Trades selection test. • Maintain excellent physical condition, able to handle a 90‑lb jackhammer. • Reside within 40 miles of the Mesa County Operations Center.

Requirements

• ▸high school
• ▸class a
• ▸eei test
• ▸construction equipment
• ▸computer skills
• ▸safety

Benefits

The anticipated starting base pay is $37.66 to $42.31 per hour, and the role includes a comprehensive benefits package covering medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and more. Xcel Energy serves 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural‑gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states and is committed to equity, inclusion, and clean‑energy goals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics. • Earn $37.66‑$42.31 per hour with comprehensive benefits.

Work Environment

Field

Interview Process

-invitation to take eei test via email -sign up for the test using the provided link -receive confirmation email after signing up -prepare for the test using supplied study materials -test results emailed within two weeks of completion -successful candidates' applications forwarded to hiring leader