Control Room Operator B - Hobbs, NM

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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.

Xcel Energy has an urgent need for a Control Room Operator - B, based at Maddox Station and/or Cunningham Station in Hobbs, NM!

Job duties will include, but are not limited to, the safe operation of plant equipment,inspection of equipment, cleaning of equipment, unit startup, unit shutdown, running water tests, and other duties as required.

Employee will assist with the execution of safety procedures including lock outtag outand confined space entry.

The employee willbe required to activelyparticipatein hands-on training,requiredclassroomtrainingand computer interactive training programs, as directed by management. The employee will also be required to successfully complete4-yearapprentice program and qualify forControl

Room OperatorB Journeyman. Travel to other locations may be required.

Environmental Exposure:
Employee will work in and around energized/rotating equipment, confined spaces, vibrating equipment, heights, noise levels requiring ear protection, presence of chemical fumes, lead and dust requiring use of a respirator and work in a wide range of ambient temperatures, both hot and cold. The employee will workoff ofladders and scaffolding, in elevated positions, and may be required to handle asbestos, lead and other hazardous materials.

Employee must be able to walk, climb stairs and ladders throughout the plant. Work is often on gravel,concrete and uneven surfaces.

• High school diploma or GED

• Must have successfully passed the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Plant Operator Selection Systems (POSS) test

• Must work rotating shifts

• Must respond to overtime and call outs

• Must commit to working safely and adhere to Company safety rules including wearing a hard hat, safety footwear, protective eyewearand Proper Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Able to lift 50 pounds

• Valid driver's license

• Must be respirator qualified (Pulmonary Function Test)

• Must take Base line Audiogram

• Knowledge of equipmentoperationsuch as pumps and motor controls and operation and power plant/industrial operations experience desired

• Successfully pass the Xcel Energy screening requirements, which include a drug test, security clearance and other exams that are required by federal regulations, such as OSHA and DOT, will be performed as required

• One year of industrial electrical experience desired.

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.

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Bargaining The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $30.93 to $52.17 per hour

• Medical/Pharmacy Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Long-term disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee recognition program
• Pension
• 401(k) plan
• Vacation
• Holidays
• 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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Final date to receive applications: 08/14/26

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