Journeyman Electrician - Substation Construction - Maple Grove, MN
Listed on 2026-09-26
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Electrician/ Electrician Installation -
Energy/Power Generation
Electrician/ Electrician Installation
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. Xcel Energy is a place where you’ll have opportunities to grow, expand your skills, and help lead the clean energy transition. We offer meaningful rewards, recognition, and support to help you build your career and make an impact - both on the job and beyond.
Most importantly, it means you’ll be joining a company that knows employees are the driving force behind its success and is committed to helping you be your best.
We anticipate the need for one or more Journeyman Electrician(s) - Substation Construction. Offices are located at the Maple Grove Service Center. The starting rate of pay for this Journeyman position will be $66.86. This position will be posted for 10 Working Days from September 22, 2026, to October 6, 2026.
Responsibilities- Perform duties of electrician classification involving substation construction, which includes structural and electrical equipment installations and control house wiring.
- Work on substation construction projects in MN, WI, SD, ND, and MI.
- The construction projects may require extensive work within generation/nuclear generation facilities and outdoors.
- Work out of town for extended periods of time.
- Some after-hours emergency callouts.
- High School diploma or GED.
- Must currently have a Journeyman Lineman or Electrician (State Licensed) certificate.
- Must have thorough knowledge of substation equipment, design standards, safety procedures, operating, switching, and grounding procedures.
- Must be able read schematic diagrams, electrical diagrams, metering diagrams, and equipment operation and maintenance manuals.
- Possess valid driver's license.
- Physically capable of lifting and carrying construction and testing equipment.
Our culture is grounded in shared values and employee commitments that guide how we work, support one another, and grow together.
Our ValuesConnected, Committed, Trustworthy, Safe
Our Employee Commitments- Work that makes a difference
- A team you can count of
- Opportunities to grow
- Rewards that help you thrive
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BargainingWe anticipate the starting base pay for this position is $66.86 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
- 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)
Final date to receive applications: 10/06/26
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