Apprentice Cable Splicer Mechanic - St. Paul, MN

Xcel Energy Inc; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k)

Vacation

Holidays

Transit programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking an Apprentice Cable Splicer Mechanic at the St. Paul Service Center in Saint Paul, MN. The position starts at $37.36 per hour and will be posted from October 19, 2026, to October 30, 2026. Responsibilities include underground distribution construction, maintenance, and emergency repairs.

Ideal candidates will participate in an apprenticeship, hold CDL Class A, and commit to safety and teamwork while advancing skills through ongoing training. Deadline to apply: 10/30/26.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to participate in an apprenticeship.
• Must meet Driver Qualification requirements including the possession of a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A.
• Must be capable of performing aspects of the electric underground construction and maintenance.
• Will be required to actively participate in training and retraining programs.
• Will be required to complete all related paperwork in a timely manner.
• Must be available for emergency call-outs for overtime assignments.
• Must have effective communication skills (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and repair underground distribution systems and assets.
• Maintain vaults, pull cable, and splice conductors as needed.
• Work safely with a team and deliver consistent customer service.

Job description

Xcel Energy(NASDAQ:XEL)is a leading energy providerand Fortune 500company,dedicated toserving millions ofelectricity 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.

We anticipate the need for one or more Apprentice Cable Splicer Mechanic to be located at St. Paul Service Center in St. Paul, MN. The starting rate of pay for this position is $37.36 hourly. This position will be posted from October 19, 2026, to October 30, 2026.

Job Responsibilities

This position will be responsible for construction, maintenance, and emergency repairs of underground distribution systems and will perform underground construction and maintenance work on company assets, maintain vaults, pulling cable and splicing conductors as needed.

The person filling this position must be self‑motivated, work well with others, possess a positive attitude, and have a commitment to work safely, provide consistent quality customer service, create customer satisfaction and work productively.

Qualifications/Special Requirements

• Must be willing to participate in an apprenticeship.
• Must meet Driver Qualification requirements including the possession of a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A.
• Must be capable of performing aspects of the electric underground construction and maintenance.
• Will be required to actively participate in training and retraining programs.
• Will be required to complete all related paperwork in a timely manner.
• Must be available for emergency call‑outs for overtime assignments.
• Must have effective communication skills (verbal and written).

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

Our Values

Connected, 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

Xcel Energy provides jobapplicantsreasonable accommodations for disabilitiesthroughout the application process. If youare in need ofanaccommodationto complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form.

Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $37.36 per hour

• Medical/Pharmacy Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Health Care Flexible Spending 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: 10/30/26

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