Electrician Apprentice (Power Plant) - Earth, TX

Xcel Energy•Earth, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for one 1st Year Electrician Apprentice to join our team at Tolk Station in Earth, TX 79031! 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 a 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

Nice To Haves

HVAC experience

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, construct and maintain high and low voltage equipment that is either energized or de-energized
Maintenance and repair of plant HVAC systems
Actively participate in hands-on training, required classroom training and computer interactive training programs
Successfully complete 4-year apprentice program and qualify for Electrician Journeyman
Respond to overtime and call outs
Work safely and adhere to Company safety rules including wearing a hard hat, safety footwear, protective eye wear and Proper Protective Equipment (PPE)
Protect the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices