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Utility Worker B - Sioux Falls, SD

Xcel Energy
  • Sioux Falls, South Dakota
    15 days ago

    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 Utility Worker B at our Sioux Falls Service Center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.  The starting rate of pay for this position is $42.62 hourly. This position will be posted for 10 Working days from August 11, 2026, to August 24, 2026.

    Summary

    The Utility Worker B will be a working position. The Utility Worker B will install electric new business infrastructure including electric cable, telecommunications, ground grids, pads, transformers, pedestals, streetlights, etc. Duties may include manhole & ductwork, dig and lay service laterals, ground thawing, equipment delivery, hauling dirt, etc. Operate all equipment required for the installation Electric facilities e.g. backhoes, trenchers, pole trucks, pole diggers, forklifts, boom trucks and bucket trucks for streetlight installation (in conjunction with projects). May be required to augment line crews. This classification will be able to work any of the duties of the Utility Worker A, and/or Utility Worker C.

    Required

    1. High school diploma or GED.
    2. Must meet driver qualification requirements as specified in FMCSR Parts 382 and 391 including the possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A.
    3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

    4. Must have the ability to direct the work activities of the other workers.
    5. Must be self-motivated and possess a positive attitude.
    6. Demonstrated commitment to work productively and safely

    7. Prefer CDL Tanker Endorsement or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

    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: $42.62 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.

    In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation.  You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

    Deadline to Apply: 08/24/26

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    ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

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    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSioux Falls, South Dakota
    IndustryEnergy and Utilities
    Company Size10,000 employees or more
    Websitehttp://www.xcelenergy.com

    Benefits

    Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance, Paid Sick Days, Performance Bonus, Professional Development, 401K

    About Company

    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. At Xcel Energy, we pride ourselves on providing a dynamic work environment for our employees, where they are challenged, respected, and rewarded. We have a wide variety of positions working together to make our company successful, and we’re constantly looking for new talent to join our team.

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    Skills

    • Aerial Work Platformunmatched
    • Backhoe Loaderunmatched
    • Best Practicesunmatched
    • C Programming Languageunmatched
    • CDL Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Class A Licenseunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Fitnessunmatched
    • Flexible Spending Accountsunmatched
    • Forkliftunmatched
    • Health Planunmatched
    • Healthcare Reimbursementunmatched
    • Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
    • Internet Securityunmatched
    • Life Insuranceunmatched
    • Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
    • Natural Gasunmatched
    • Oil and Gasunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Reimbursementunmatched
    • School Attendanceunmatched
    • Telecommunicationsunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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