Full-Time
Journeyman Lineman
Updated on 8/18/2026
Xcel Energy
10,001+ employees
Utility delivering electricity and natural gas
Compensation Overview
$53.16/hr
Perryton, TX, USA
In Person
Must reside within 20 miles of the Perryton service center; the position may require extended travel.
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- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- A Department of Labor-approved Journeyman Lineman Certification is required.
- The candidate must successfully score on the Journeyman Assessment.
- Completion of an approved apprentice line program or five years of progressive electric lineman experience is required.
- A Class A commercial driver's license is required.
- The candidate must be capable of performing electric distribution overhead and underground construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- The candidate must be available for emergency call-outs according to a schedule.
- The candidate must have effective verbal and written communication skills.
- The candidate must be physically fit, able to lift objects up to 90 pounds, pass a physical examination, and perform strenuous physical labor under all types of conditions.
- Experience with bucket trucks, digger derricks, trenchers, and groundwork with a utility line crew is required.
- The candidate must maintain a high level of safety awareness and comply with company safety rules.
- The candidate must reside within 20 miles of the Perryton service center.
- The candidate must pass Xcel Energy's security and drug screening.
- Perform overhead and underground electric distribution and transmission construction, operations, and maintenance activities.
- Install, maintain, and remove overhead and underground distribution conductors and equipment.
- Climb poles and work on energized conductors and equipment.
- Perform hot-stick work on energized high-voltage conductors.
- Work in inclement weather and perform callout work.
- Perform the duties outlined for the Journeyman Serviceman position.
- Well-rounded knowledge of distribution primary feeders, transformer loading, and fusing practices.
- Knowledge of meter sets and their connections, hot-line tools, protective devices, fuses, lightning arresters, disconnect switches, breakers, grounding sets, transformers, their connections, and troubleshooting.
Xcel Energy provides electricity and natural gas services through four subsidiaries across eight states. It generates power from nuclear, coal, natural gas, hydro, solar, and wind, then transmits and distributes it to homes and businesses. The company aims to deliver 100% carbon-free electricity by 2050, while maintaining reliable energy delivery. It differentiates itself with multi-state scale, a diverse generation mix, and a clear transition timeline.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Founded
1909
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Google's Pine Island data center agreement adds 1,900 megawatts of new clean energy demand.
- Minnesota approved Xcel's distribution plan and mandated VPP filings by March 1, 2027.
- Xcel reaffirmed 2026 EPS guidance of $4.04-$4.16 after Q2 earnings beat.
What critics are saying
- Smokehouse Creek liability can swamp earnings and credit metrics if Texas expands damages.
- Texas AG Ken Paxton's lawsuit forces Xcel pole replacements after the Smokehouse Creek fire.
- Q2 revenue fell 5.1%, and New Mexico's rate case decision lands in Q4 2026.
What makes Xcel Energy unique
- Xcel serves 3.7 million electric customers across eight states, diversifying regulatory exposure.
- Its 2026 pipeline includes 20 gigawatts of data-center demand and major transmission buildouts.
- Sherco Solar Phase 3 turned a retired coal site into a 710-megawatt renewable hub.
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↓ -1%Ryan Parsons and John Wade: Energy investment is an investment in our region's future. For Southeast Minnesota, two transmission line projects are about more than electricity. They are about economic competitiveness. By Ryan Parsons and John Wade August 18, 2026 at 9:00 AM Southeast Minnesota is growing, and that growth is not by accident. It is the result of careful planning, smart investments, and a shared commitment to build a strong future for our regional economy. As the Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce and Rochester Area Economic Development Inc. (RAEDI), our organizations focus on strengthening our businesses and regional economy, and we hear a common theme from businesses: certainty matters. Employers need confidence that the infrastructure supporting their operations can keep pace with growth and evolving needs. When our electrical grid is strong, it quietly powers our region forward. 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Dairyland Power Cooperative and Xcel Energy are jointly developing the Gopher to Badger Link, a proposed 765-kilovolt transmission line connecting southeastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Great River Energy, ITC Midwest, Otter Tail Power Company, and Xcel Energy are jointly developing PowerOn Midwest, a coordinated effort to modernize and expand the Upper Midwest's transmission system through a new high-voltage backbone spanning southern Minnesota, eastern South Dakota, and western Wisconsin. Together, these projects are part of a larger effort to modernize the Upper Midwest's transmission system. These investments will strengthen reliability, improve access to new and renewable energy resources, increase capacity, and help ensure electricity can be delivered where it is needed most, preparing our region for future energy needs. For Southeast Minnesota, these projects are about more than electricity. They are about economic competitiveness. Businesses want assurance that the power they depend on today will be available for years to come. Communities that can demonstrate strong, forward looking infrastructure are better positioned to attract employers, support investment, and retain residents. Reliable electricity enables the construction and electrification of new homes, powers the services families depend on and helps communities welcome new residents. In a growing region, planning for energy needs is part of planning for economic growth. These projects can also provide long-term local tax revenue, helping communities invest in transportation, emergency services, roads and other public priorities while providing greater financial flexibility. Southeast Minnesota has built its reputation by planning ahead and investing in the infrastructure that supports long-term success. Reliable energy infrastructure belongs on that list. The choices we make today will shape the opportunities available tomorrow. By investing in a resilient electrical grid, we can give businesses the certainty they need to grow, attract new investment and ensure Southeast Minnesota remains a place where businesses can thrive and families can prosper. Ryan Parsons is president of the Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce. John Wade is president of Rochester Area Economic Development, Inc. (RAEDI). More stories for you. Conversation
Drive Clean Summit + Expo 2026 registration now open! Drive Clean Summit + Expo 2026, presented by Xcel Energy Thursday, October 22nd | 9:00am-4:00pm Empower Field at Mile High - West Club + Lot C Drive Clean Colorado is pleased to announce that registration for the annual Drive Clean Summit + Expo is now open! DCSE is a one-day, high-energy event that brings together fleets, municipalities, businesses, utilities, and clean transportation advocates to connect leaders and drive clean solutions. Join Drive Clean Colorado at the West's premier event, bringing together the people and organizations driving clean transportation in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain regions. A ticket to DCSE puts you in the room with hundreds of attendees for collaborative breakout sessions, informative panels, and unmatched networking within the clean transportation landscape. Prices increase September 1st - Head over to the DCSE webpage to register! https://drivecleancolorado.org/drive-clean-summit-and-expo/
Minnesota mandates flexible interconnection, VPP pilot for Xcel Energy. The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission has approved Xcel Energy's Integrated Distribution Plan, attaching mandates for flexible interconnection policies and a dedicated virtual power plant pilot program to expand distributed energy integration. Aug 12 2026 The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPUC) has accepted Xcel Energy's Integrated Distribution Plan (IDP), approving the utility's long-term distribution roadmap and future rate-case framework while attaching key compliance mandates focused on distributed energy resource (DER) integration, grid safety, and affordability. To accelerate DER deployment and address distribution constraints, the MPUC ordered Xcel Energy to submit two technical compliance filings by the end of 2026. The first requires updates on flexible interconnection policies designed to reduce grid bottlenecks, streamline queue management, and facilitate faster DER integration. The second requires Xcel to update its planned net load methodology to improve forecasting and better model the grid impacts and capacity contributions of distributed solar and energy storage systems. Improved DER integration is expected to enhance overall distribution efficiency and lower system-wide costs for ratepayers. Looking further ahead, the Commission directed Xcel Energy to file a dedicated virtual power plant (VPP) pilot program by March 1, 2027. The initiative will examine how aggregated customer-owned assets, including rooftop solar, residential storage, and flexible loads, can be coordinated to provide grid services and support overall reliability. Notably, the MPUC explicitly mandated that the VPP pilot include pathways and considerations for low-income customers, renters, and residents of multi-family buildings. The order also included several directives aimed at utility transparency, system resilience, and equity across Xcel's service territory. The Commission mandated technical workshops regarding the valuation of reliability in distribution proceedings, alongside a requirement for Xcel to draft and submit a comprehensive Wildfire Mitigation Plan. Additionally, Xcel Energy's technical standards will undergo an independent engineering audit, and the utility must participate in discussions to integrate environmental justice and equity considerations into its distribution planning and budgeting. Stakeholder reaction Erica McConnell, staff attorney at the Environmental Law & Policy Center (ELPC), commented on the decision: "Xcel's IDP is a big step forward for Minnesota, reflecting the Commission's commitment to enhancing grid reliability and addressing growing distribution budgets and affordability concerns. We were especially pleased to see the Commission push the Company to improve its flexible interconnection plan and report back on its progress in the near term. We look forward to continuing to work with Xcel, the Commission, and other stakeholders on improving the integration of distributed resources into distribution planning, while also protecting affordability and promoting equity." Will Kenworthy, senior regulatory director for Vote Solar, noted the role of customer-sited hardware in supporting bulk power needs: "The Commission's decision proves that modern distribution planning can strengthen reliability while making the grid more affordable and accessible for everyone. We applaud the Commission for advancing a virtual power plant pilot that will explore how community-driven technologies like rooftop solar and home batteries can work together to support the electric grid. The pilot recognizes that when these customer-owned energy resources are coordinated, they can improve reliability, lower costs, and give Minnesotans more choices in how they participate in the clean energy future. We are committed to our ongoing collaboration with Xcel Energy, the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission, and stakeholders to ensure the distribution system evolves in ways that expand customer choice, lower costs, and support an equitable clean energy future." Pouya Najmaie, policy and regulatory director for Cooperative Energy Futures, pointed to the equity provisions built into the order: "Cooperative Energy Futures is pleased that the Commission order the Xcel Energy to develop a consumer-centric VPP pilot program. We are even more grateful that the Commission required considerations for low-income customers, renters and people living in multi-family buildings. Cooperative Energy Futures and its member-owners looks forward to participating in this groundbreaking pilot." This content is protected by copyright and may not be reused. If you want to cooperate with PV Magazine Group and would like to reuse some of its content, please contact: [email protected]. More about
Xcel Energy invites volunteers to its 16th annual Day of Service. More than 40 nonprofit projects available for sign-up MINNEAPOLIS (Aug. 4, 2026) - Xcel Energy invites the public to join employees and their friends and families on Thursday, Sept. 10 through Saturday, Sept. 12 for its 16th annual Day of Service, an opportunity to give back to their communities. Volunteers can sign up now for one of more than 40 nonprofit projects in Minnesota. Many are based in the Twin Cities metro area, with other opportunities near Mankato, Red Wing, St. Cloud and Faribault. Indoor and outdoor projects are available, from planting trees to packing meals for those with food insecurities and landscaping activities to packing school supplies for students in need. "Day of Service is a meaningful way for us to give back to the organizations that help strengthen our communities every day," said Bria Shea, president of Xcel Energy in Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota. "Supporting the communities we live and work in is at the heart of who we are, and we're proud to devote our time and resources - not just during these few days - but year-round to make a difference. People of all ages and abilities can participate and we invite you join us." Xcel Energy's Day of Service has been an annual tradition since 2010 and is the company's largest volunteer effort. Last year, over 2,900 employees, contractors, friends, family, retirees and customers across the eight states Xcel Energy serves contributed 8,900 hours of volunteer work - including packing more than 81,000 meals and assembling 6,600 supply kits for teachers and students. Their efforts benefited nearly 100 nonprofits and generated an economic impact of more than $321,000. Day of Service was created as a tribute to the victims, survivors and first responders of 9/11, as well as all those who work to keep communities and the country safe. The annual volunteer event provides an opportunity for Xcel Energy and members of the community to come together and contribute to projects that benefit local nonprofits. Registration to volunteer for Day of Service closes Aug. 28. About Xcel Energy Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) is a leading energy provider, dedicated to serving millions of customers with excellence. Xcel Energy, Inc. make energy work better for customers, helping them thrive every day. That means always raising the bar - delivering better service and providing more reliable, resilient and sustainable energy. Xcel Energy, Inc. is committed to leading the clean energy transition, meeting its customers' need for more, cleaner power, while keeping bills as low as possible. Because the people Xcel Energy, Inc. serve depend on Xcel Energy, Inc. to power their lives. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Xcel Energy, Inc. work every day to generate and distribute electricity and gas to customers across eight states: Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico, and Texas. For more information, visit xcelenergy.com or follow Xcel Energy, Inc. on X, and Facebook. Media contact. Members of the news media, contact:
Amundi acquires 1,090,291 shares of Xcel Energy Inc. $XEL. July 31, 2026 Key points. * Amundi nearly doubled its Xcel Energy stake in the first quarter, acquiring 1,090,291 additional shares for a total of 2.21 million shares valued at approximately $175.8 million. Institutional investors collectively own 78.38% of Xcel's stock. * Xcel Energy reported quarterly earnings of $0.93 per share, beating the $0.79 consensus estimate, but revenue of $3.12 billion fell short of expectations and declined 5.1% year over year. * The company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.5925 per share, representing an annualized payout of $2.37 and a yield of about 3%. Analysts maintain a consensus "Buy" rating with an average price target of $92.65. * MarketBeat previews top five stocks to own in August. Amundi lifted its holdings in shares of Xcel Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:XEL - Free Report) by 97.2% during the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 2,212,376 shares of the company's stock after purchasing an additional 1,090,291 shares during the period. Amundi owned 0.35% of Xcel Energy worth $175,751,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Other large investors have also added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Cbre Investment Management Listed Real Assets LLC lifted its position in Xcel Energy by 18.1% during the fourth quarter. Cbre Investment Management Listed Real Assets LLC now owns 2,324,667 shares of the company's stock valued at $171,700,000 after buying an additional 356,208 shares in the last quarter. PKO Investment Management Joint Stock Co acquired a new stake in shares of Xcel Energy in the fourth quarter worth $1,477,000. Geode Capital Management LLC raised its stake in shares of Xcel Energy by 0.8% in the 4th quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC now owns 16,496,124 shares of the company's stock valued at $1,214,035,000 after acquiring an additional 126,498 shares during the period. Reaves W H & Co. Inc. raised its stake in shares of Xcel Energy by 13.1% in the 4th quarter. Reaves W H & Co. Inc. now owns 3,579,918 shares of the company's stock valued at $264,413,000 after acquiring an additional 415,759 shares during the period. Finally, Electron Capital Partners LLC raised its stake in shares of Xcel Energy by 15.2% in the 4th quarter. Electron Capital Partners LLC now owns 1,936,695 shares of the company's stock valued at $143,044,000 after acquiring an additional 255,884 shares during the period. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 78.38% of the company's stock. Xcel Energy stock performance. Xcel Energy stock opened at $78.23 on Friday. The company has a market cap of $48.84 billion, a PE ratio of 22.54, a P/E/G ratio of 2.05 and a beta of 0.39. The company has a fifty day moving average price of $79.60 and a two-hundred day moving average price of $79.45. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.45, a current ratio of 0.77 and a quick ratio of 0.68. Xcel Energy Inc. has a 12 month low of $69.16 and a 12 month high of $84.23. Discover more Stock Profit Calculator Market Cap Calculator Xcel Energy (NASDAQ:XEL - Get Free Report) last issued its earnings results on Thursday, July 30th. The company reported $0.93 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $0.79 by $0.14. Xcel Energy had a net margin of 14.14% and a return on equity of 10.37%. The company had revenue of $3.12 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $3.55 billion. During the same period in the prior year, the company earned $1.59 earnings per share. The firm's revenue was down 5.1% compared to the same quarter last year. Research analysts expect that Xcel Energy Inc. will post 4.11 earnings per share for the current year. Xcel Energy announces dividend. The business also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, October 20th. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, September 15th will be paid a $0.5925 dividend. This represents a $2.37 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 3.0%. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, September 15th. Xcel Energy's payout ratio is presently 68.30%. Key Xcel Energy news. Here are the key news stories impacting Xcel Energy this week: * Positive Sentiment: Xcel reported second-quarter GAAP and ongoing earnings of $0.93 per share, well above the $0.79 analyst consensus. Net income rose to $586 million from $444 million a year earlier. Higher infrastructure investment recovery and lower power costs helped drive the improvement. Xcel Energy Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Report * Positive Sentiment: The company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.5925 per share, equivalent to an annualized payout of approximately $2.37 and a yield near 3%. The dividend supports Xcel's appeal to income-focused investors. * Positive Sentiment: Management's earnings-call discussion highlighted continued infrastructure investment and associated regulatory recovery, potentially supporting longer-term rate-base growth. Xcel Energy Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript * Neutral Sentiment: Xcel elected Peter Carter, Delta Air Lines' president, to its board. The appointment adds an executive with experience in strategy, policy and sustainability, but is unlikely to materially affect near-term earnings. Xcel Energy Elects Peter Carter to Board of Directors * Negative Sentiment: Revenue totaled $3.12 billion, below the $3.54 billion consensus estimate and down 5.1% year over year. The revenue miss may be weighing on the stock despite the EPS beat, particularly because utility investors focus on the durability of underlying growth. Xcel Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates on Infrastructure Investment Recovery Wall Street analyst weigh in. Several analysts recently issued reports on the company. BTIG Research reiterated a "buy" rating and issued a $98.00 price target on shares of Xcel Energy in a report on Friday, June 26th. Morgan Stanley set a $89.00 target price on Xcel Energy in a research note on Wednesday, June 24th. BMO Capital Markets decreased their price target on Xcel Energy from $95.00 to $92.00 and set an "outperform" rating for the company in a report on Wednesday, July 22nd. JPMorgan Chase & Co. lifted their price objective on shares of Xcel Energy from $91.00 to $102.00 and gave the company an "overweight" rating in a research note on Thursday, July 16th. Finally, Weiss Ratings reissued a "buy (b-)" rating on shares of Xcel Energy in a research report on Wednesday, June 17th. Two research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, fourteen have given a Buy rating and one has assigned a Sell rating to the company's stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, Xcel Energy currently has an average rating of "Buy" and a consensus target price of $92.65. Xcel Energy company profile. Xcel Energy NASDAQ: XEL is a Minneapolis-based, publicly traded utility holding company that develops, owns and operates regulated electricity and natural gas delivery systems. The company's core activities include generation, transmission and distribution of electricity, the delivery of natural gas to customers, and related customer service operations. Xcel provides a mix of utility services to residential, commercial and industrial customers and participates in wholesale energy markets where appropriate. Its generation portfolio combines nuclear, natural gas, coal and a growing share of renewable resources such as wind and solar. This instant news alert was generated by narrative science technology and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest reporting and unbiased coverage. Please send any questions or comments about this story to [email protected]. Before you consider Xcel Energy, you'll want to hear this. MarketBeat keeps track of Wall Street's top-rated and best performing research analysts and the stocks they recommend to their clients on a daily basis. MarketBeat has identified the five stocks that top analysts are quietly whispering to their clients to buy now before the broader market catches on... and Xcel Energy wasn't on the list. While Xcel Energy currently has a Buy rating among analysts, top-rated analysts believe these five stocks are better buys.