Utility Helper - Temporary - Grand Forks, ND

Xcel Energy•Grand Forks, ND

7d•$29 - $40•Onsite

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 Temporary Utility Helper position to be located at our Grand Forks Service Center in Grand Forks, ND. The starting rate of pay for this position is $28.69 hourly. The anticipated start date for this position will be in March/April and could potentially extend for the remainder of 2026. This job will be posted for five business days from January 15, 2026, to January 21, 2026. Summary In this position, you can assist in a variety of job function within Gas Operations. Work ranges from performing leak survey of our gas system to performing maintenance, installation and repair of our gas facilities. These positions work with regulation, metering, odorization, customer piping and below and above ground piping. Minimum Requirement: High school diploma or GED Valid driver's license Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Preferred Qualifications: Previous construction or mechanical work experience Natural gas leak survey There are two levels of gas helpers entry level and advanced. In order to be considered for placement in the advanced level, applicant must meet all requirements outlined above along with work experience in natural gas, polyfusion, possession of a CDL (Class A), operation of heavy equipment. Placement within the two levels will be commensurate with candidate's skills, education, experience and need. Applicant is required to successfully pass the Xcel Energy screening requirements, which include a drug test and security clearance. 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]. Bargaining The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $28.69 to $40.12 per hour This position is eligible for the following benefits: Pension, 401(k) plan 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. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Valid driver's license
Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Applicant is required to successfully pass the Xcel Energy screening requirements, which include a drug test and security clearance

Nice To Haves

Previous construction or mechanical work experience
Natural gas leak survey
work experience in natural gas, polyfusion
possession of a CDL (Class A)
operation of heavy equipment

Responsibilities

assist in a variety of job function within Gas Operations
performing leak survey of our gas system
performing maintenance, installation and repair of our gas facilities
work with regulation, metering, odorization, customer piping and below and above ground piping