Advanced Step Apprentice (2nd step or Higher) or Journeyman System Field Technician - Maple Grove, MN
About The Position
Xcel Energy is seeking one or more Advanced Step (2nd step or higher) Apprentice or Journeyman System Field Technicians to be located at their Maple Grove Service Center in Maple Grove, Minnesota. The starting rate of pay for the advanced step apprentice position is $42.98 hourly and $66.13 for the journeyman system field technician. This position will be posted from October 1, 2026, to October 14, 2026. The applicant will be required to maintain Substation and Generating plant equipment in the five-state area. The four-year apprenticeship will require Advanced Step Apprentice System Field Technician(s) to attain the necessary skills and qualifications to meet the Journeyman classification position. He/She will be required to have knowledge of all test equipment used by the SFT's today and in the future. This position involves both mechanical and electrical skills.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Computer experience & proficiency
- Total commitment to safety, quality work, and customer service
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Proper Color perception
- Obtain a Class A CDL driver's license with Hazardous Endorsement
- Complete 4 years apprenticeship and training
- Complete SFT Check off system
- Ability to work independently and with limited supervision
- Comfortable working at heights up to 75 ft. and in confined spaces
- Must work well with others and exhibit teamwork attitude
- Meet DOT and Nuclear requirements
- Eligible candidates must have Station 1 and Station 2 electrician courses completed or an equivalent for the 5th step level apprentice.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of all test equipment used by the SFT's today and in the future.
Responsibilities
- Maintain Substation and Generating plant equipment in the five-state area.
- Attain the necessary skills and qualifications to meet the Journeyman classification position through a four-year apprenticeship.
- Utilize knowledge of all test equipment used by SFTs.
- Work overtime and accept out of town assignments.
- Work at heights up to 75 ft. and in confined spaces.
- Adhere to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices.
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)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
