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 Advanced Step Gas Technician Apprentice/ Journeyman Gas Technician(s) to be located at our Faribault Service Center in Faribault, MN. 

This position will require the successful applicant to reside within 20 miles of the Faribault Service Center. $50.60 is the Rate of Pay for Journeyman qualification. An Advanced Step Apprentice will be coming in at 75% of the Journeyman rate of pay for 3rd step, 81.25% for 4th step, 87.5% for 5th step or 93.75% for 6th step. Posting will be posted for 10 working days coming down on August 15, 2025.

Summary

District regulator maintenance, odorization, meter testing, instrument calibration, meter and large regulator sizing/maintenance/installation, plastic pipe fusion, service regulators, odorization, meter and regulation, tapping, operational surveys, customer priority work, fitting, equipment operation, knowledge and ability to respond to gas leak (inside and outside) investigation/emergencies, gas leak repair, cathodic protection, locating, meter reading, valve maintenance and material handling.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to obtain a Class A commercial driver’s license (must meet driver qualification requirements as specified in FMCSR Parts 382 and 391) or pass the written portion of the CDL test within sixty (60) days of employment and pass the skills portion of the CDL test within six (6) months of employment. One or more years’ Gas Construction and/or Gas Service experience. Journeyman-level requires three or more years of experience as a Gas Technician.Gas Technician experience preferred.  Must be certified in plastic fusion per Xcel Energy requirements within 6 months of hire.Ability to lift 50 pounds safely. Must reside within a 20-mile radius of the Faribault Service Center.  Must Meet Operator Qualification requirements.

Special Requirements  

Highly developed verbal and written communication skills.Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships in a team-oriented environment.Direct customer contact experience desirable.Position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirementsPass the Gas Respirator Qualification test.Subject to residency requirements and on-call duty on a rotating basisMay require rotating or off shift working hours

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.

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.

Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $37.95 to $50.60 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)

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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Deadline to Apply: 08/14/25

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