1st - 4th Year Apprentice or Journey Worker Electrician - Tolk Station / Plant X - Earth, TX

About the role

A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for. We are looking for one 1st - 4th Year Apprentice or Journeyman Electrician to join our team at Tolk Station / Plant X in Earth, TX. Job duties will include, but not limited to, troubleshoot, construct and maintain high and low voltage equipment that is either energized or de-energized and maintenance and repair of plant HVAC systems.

The employee will be required to actively participate in hands-on training, required classroom training and computer interactive training programs, as directed by management. The employee will also be required to successfully complete 4-year apprentice program and qualify for Electrician Journeyman. Travel to other locations may be required.

Environmental Exposure

Employee will work in and around energized/rotating equipment, confined spaces, vibrating equipment, heights, noise levels requiring ear protection, presence of chemical fumes, lead and dust requiring use of a respirator and work in a wide range of ambient temperatures, both hot and cold. The employee will work off of ladders and scaffolding, in elevated positions, and may be required to handle asbestos, lead and other hazardous materials. Employee must be able to walk, climb stairs and ladders throughout the plant. Work is often on gravel concrete and uneven surfaces.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Must successfully pass the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Maintenance Positions Selection Systems (MASS) test
• Must respond to overtime and call outs
• Must commit to working safely and adhere to Company safety rules including wearing a hard hat, safety footwear, protective eye wear and Proper Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Valid driver’s license
• Must be respirator qualified (Pulmonary Function Test)
• Must take Base line Audiogram
• Successfully pass the Xcel Energy screening requirements, which include a drug test, security clearance and other exams that are required by federal regulations

Preferred Requirements

• HVAC experience

Benefits

• Medical/Pharmacy Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Long-term disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee recognition program
• Pension
• 401(k) plan
• Vacation
• Holidays
• Sick Time
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

Pay

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $30.93 to $52.17 per hour