Chem Tech

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 is currently seeking one or more individuals to fill the role of Chemistry Technician at the Prairie Island Nuclear Generating Plant in Welch, MN. This position is a union position and is hierarchical. This position will be posted for 10 working days starting December 23, 2025, and will be taken down January 8, 2026.

Anticipated starting base pay is $45.38 per hour, with potential to reach $60.50 once progression steps are completed.

The Chemistry Technician performs chemistry and radiochemistry sampling and analysis to support Technical Specifications, Technical Requirements Manual, and various other Regulatory and site requirements. Under minimal supervision the candidate will perform quantitative analysis including sampling of radioactive and non-radioactive effluents of liquid, solid and gaseous material. This position may also require performance of radiation surveys. The role includes providing guidance or assistance to Plant Operations, Engineering, Plant Maintenance, and Chemistry Supervision and providing training of chemistry personnel in chemical and radiochemical analysis.

The role supports a rotating 12‑hour shift schedule, 365 days a year including refueling or forced plant outages and is a member of the emergency response organization.

• Must be able to meet and maintain the requirements of unescorted access at a Nuclear Power Plant.
• Must be able to meet and maintain the requirements of respiratory/SCBA qualifications.
• Must satisfactorily complete the initial chem tech training program within the specified time requirement.
• Must reside or be willing to relocate within 60 minutes of the plant.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of four years’ experience in the fields of water treatment, radio‑chemical analysis or chemical analysis or the equivalent combination of formal education/training and experience.

• Previous experience in a commercial nuclear power plant.
• Navy Engineering Laboratory Technician (ELT) ANSI 18.1 Radiation Protection qualifications.
• Bachelor’s or a Master’s Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering preferred.

• 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)

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.

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

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Entry level

Full-time

Engineering and Information Technology

Utilities

Final date to receive applications: 01/07/26