Maintenance Apprentice; 1st - 4th Year) or Maintenance Mechanic Journey Worker - Jones Station - Lubbock, TX

Xcel Energy(NASDAQ:XEL) is a leading energy provide rand Fortune 500company,dedicated toserving millionsofelectricity andnaturalgascustomersacross eight states:

Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota,New Mexicoand Texas.

We make energy work better forourcustomers, helping them thrive every day. That means always raising the bar-delivering better service and providing more reliable, resilient,and sustainable energy.

Job duties will include, but not limited to, troubleshoot,constructandmaintainplant equipment (turbines, boilers, pumps, compressors, cooling towers, etc.).

The employee will be required to actively participate in hands‑on training, required classroom training and computer interactive training programs, as directed by management. The employee will also be required to successfully complete 4‑year apprentice program and qualify for Maintenance 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 berequiredto handle asbestos, lead and other hazardous materials.

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

• High school diploma or GED
• Must have successfully passed the Edison Electric Institute (EEI)
  Maintenance Positions Selection Systems (MASS) test (testing opportunities may be available for qualified candidates)
• 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 eye wearand 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
• Welding experience and/or certification preferred
• Troubleshooting experience preferred
• Minimum of one-year industrial maintenance experience desired.

• Completion of a 4-year apprentice program
• External candidates only:
  Journeyman may be required to take and successfully score on an Xcel Energy written and practical exam.

Our culture is grounded in shared values and employee commitments that guide how we work, support one another, and grow together.

Connected, Committed, Trustworthy, Safe

• Work that makes a difference
• A team you can count of
• Opportunities to grow
• Rewards that help you thrive

Xcel Energy provides job applicants reasonable accommodations for disabilities throughout the application process. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form.

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $30.93 to $52.17 per hour. This position is eligible for the following benefits:
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…