Material Handler - Winona, MN

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.

We anticipate the need for one or more Material Handler(s) to be located at the Winona Service Center in Winona, MN. The starting rate of pay for this position is $28.91 hourly. This position will be posted for 10 working days from July 2, 2026 to July 16, 2026.

Perform the duties of the Material Handler classification, performing the daily operational activities of the material handling functions at assigned geographic locations. This position requires the safe operation of forklifts and other material handling equipment. A high awareness of safety and compliance with company safety rules is required at all times. Serve as the day-to-day interface with local operational customers. Duties include but not limited to material ordering from Alliance suppliers and from other internal storerooms as necessary.

Receiving activities which include unload and loading of trucks and receipt of materials both stock and non-stock. Put away activities, order filling, physically fill and stage orders for field construction crews. Process material returns/credits from the field. Keep work area and yard cleaned and organized as necessary. Provide excellent customer service for local management and field employees. Participate in all safety and training programs.

Starting rate of pay: $28.91 per hour.

Anticipated starting base pay: $28.91 to $41.30 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 Flexible Spending Account (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.

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Final date to receive applications: 07/16/26

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