Apprentice/Journeyman Mechanic Technician
Listed on 2026-10-01
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Field/Service Technician, Utility Technician -
Energy/Power Generation
Field/Service Technician, Utility Technician
Xcel Energy, Inc.
RegionCanada, Wisconsin, Chippewa Falls
End Of ContestOctober 13, 2026
TypeFull time
CategoryMechanic
SummaryDetermines safe methods and practices of repairing power plant equipment. Routinely applies in-depth knowledge of power generating facility mechanical systems, rigging and lifting, scaffolding, and general hand tools. Performs corrective, preventive and predictive maintenance on mechanical power plant equipment such as hydro turbines & generators, pumps, water treating equipment, tainter gates, and governors, in accordance with OEM Technical Manuals, to include procurement of materials and services to support the on-going maintenance activities at all the facilities.
Interprets mechanical drawings and is proficient in the use of precision measuring equipment. Maintains inventory of plant tools and spare parts. Track all corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance through the facility CMMS program.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- 1 year of experience as a maintenance mechanic in an industrial setting environment and or military experience
- Must have good oral and written communication skills, and be proficient in the use of personal computers, specifically MS Word and MS Excel, and CMMS systems
- Must meet driver qualification requirements as specified in FMCSR parts 382 and 391 and obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A within the first 6 months of hire
- This position is subject to D.O.T. random drug and alcohol testing program
- Willingness to travel and work away from home
- Must reside within a 20-mile radius of assigned Hydro Maintenance Building within the first 6 months of hire
- Associate's degree in mechanical trades or Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Machine Tooling Techniques Technical Diploma or other Machinist skills diploma, certificate or degree
- Power Plant experience
- Hydro Plant experience
- Experience with crane operation and/or rigging
- Machinist experience - large and small jobs
Xcel Energy, Inc.
414 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis
Minnesota United States
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