Apprentice/Journeyman Electric Distribution Systems Operator - Skypark Service Center - Eau Claire, WI
About The Position
This position is responsible for the real-time operation of Xcel Energy’s electric distribution system. The operator monitors the system and uses independent judgment within operating guidelines; directs field employees in switching; and writes, reviews, and approves switching procedures. The role troubleshoots electric-system failures, selects appropriate actions, and directs restoration by assigning field personnel or taking independent action through remote-control switching equipment. It interacts with Control Center personnel to provide timely information about distribution-system conditions and maintains working relationships with other utilities, generating stations, and Security Coordinators. The position is offered at apprentice or journeyman level at the Skypark Service Center in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Apprentice pay is based on a percentage of the journeyman rate, with placement determined by candidate skills and qualifications in conformity with the union contract. The role requires rotating 12-hour shifts and participation in after-hours emergency callouts in all kinds of weather.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- At least four years of field experience in construction, maintenance, or operation of electric distribution or transmission systems.
- Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts according to department policies.
- Ability to participate in after-hours emergency callouts in all kinds of weather conditions.
- Ability to read one-line diagrams.
- Commitment to successful participation in and advancement through the apprenticeship program.
- Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Commitment to working safely and complying with company safety rules.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
- One-year or longer technical degree or certificate in an electrical field, or successful completion of an Xcel Energy-approved apprenticeship in a related field.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and operate the electric distribution system in real time within established operating guidelines.
- Direct field employees in switching and write, review, and approve switching procedures.
- Troubleshoot electric-system failures, determine appropriate actions, and direct restoration by assigning field personnel or using remote-control switching equipment.
- Provide Control Center personnel with timely information about distribution-system conditions.
- Maintain working relationships with other utilities, generating stations, and Security Coordinators.
Benefits
- Medical/pharmacy plan
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Dependent care flexible spending account
- Health care flexible spending account
- Health savings account, if enrolled in an eligible health plan
- Limited-purpose flexible spending account, if enrolled in an eligible health plan and health savings account
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Employee assistance program
- Fitness center reimbursement, if enrolled in an 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
