Gas Plant Equipment Operator - Inver Grove Heights, MN
About The Position
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 Gas Plant Equipment Operator(s) at our Wescott Plant in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota. The starting rate of pay for this position is $52.65 (2025 wage). This position will be posted for 10 working days from January 29, 2026, to February 11, 2026. Summary Operates and performs routine operating inspections for gas plant equipment. Also completes daily operating records at 3 MN gas production plants. Responds to plant emergencies as appropriate and will be assigned to 12-hour shift work. This position is subject to the PHMSA Drug and Alcohol FFD testing. The successful candidate must satisfy applicable Part 195 OQ requirements upon 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 [email protected].
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must possess valid driver's license
- Must possess State of Minnesota 1-C Boiler license
- Must be able to climb stairways to top of Refrigerated gas storage tanks
- Must be able to read and understand plant process drawings and records
- Demonstrate commitment to work safely
- Required to successfully complete the medical evaluation associated with Xcel's LNG Qualification Program
Responsibilities
- Operates and performs routine operating inspections for gas plant equipment.
- Completes daily operating records at 3 MN gas production plants.
- Responds to plant emergencies as appropriate
- Will be assigned to 12-hour shift work.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
