Hydro Operator Apprentice - St Croix Falls, WI

Xcel Energy • St Croix Falls, WI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Xcel Energy anticipates the need for one or more Apprentice Hydro Operator(s) at our St Croix Falls Hydro Plant in St Croix Falls, WI. The minimum starting (Step 1 – 60%) rate of pay for this position is $29.49 hourly. The position will be posted for 15 Working Days from May 29, 2026, June 17, 2026. Candidate skills and qualifications will be evaluated and, in conformity to union contract, appropriate step placement will be offered to a successful candidate. Pay may also be adjusted in conformity with union contract, but in no case will it be less than the negotiated step minimum. The duties of this position will primarily be at the St Croix Falls, Apple River, and Riverdale Hydro Plants. Periodic operation, inspections, and maintenance activities at other plants and reservoirs will be required. The position will be filled either as a Journeyman or as an Apprentice based on the successful candidates' qualifications. The company reserves the right to move employee during his/her apprenticeship program and within 12 months of attaining journeyman status.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Must successfully pass the EEl Plant Personnel Test.
• Commitment to successful participation and advancement in apprenticeship program.
• Must reside within 20 mi of the St Croix Falls Hydro Plant in St Croix Falls, WI. within the first 6 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Additional education, such as a technical, vocational or Associate’s degree, in hydraulics, mechanics, or electrical related field is desired.
• Mechanical or electrical experience in an industrial setting is desired.
• Hydro or power plant experience is desired.
• Meet driver qualification requirements as specified in FMCSR parts 382 and 391 and possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A.
• CDL holders are subject to D.O.T. random drug and alcohol testing program.

Responsibilities

• Periodic operation, inspections, and maintenance activities at other plants and reservoirs will be required.

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)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED