Apprentice Control Room Operator — Path to Journeyman

Xcel Energy; Maddox (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Dependent Care Reimbursement Account

Health Care Reimbursement Account

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Pension

401(k) plan

Vacation

Holidays

Sick Time

Volunteer Paid Time Off

Job summary

Xcel Energy is hiring a Control Room Operator - B Apprentice at Maddox Station, Hobbs, NM. The role focuses on safe operation, inspection, and startup/shutdown of plant equipment, with hands-on and classroom training to complete a 4-year apprenticeship.

Responsibilities include participating in safety procedures, completing tests, and potentially traveling to other locations. Physical requirements and respirator qualifications apply, with benefits and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Must have successfully passed the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Plant Operator Selection Systems (POSS) test.
• Must work rotating shifts.
• Must respond to overtime and call outs.
• Must commit to working safely and adhere to company safety rules including PPE.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be respirator qualified (PFT).
• Must take baseline audiogram.
• Knowledge of equipment operation such as pumps and motor controls; plant/industrial ops experience desired.
• Must pass Xcel Energy screening (drug test, security clearance, OSHA/DOT exams).
• One year of industrial electrical experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant equipment safely and inspect/clean equipment.
• Assist in unit startup and shutdown, and run water tests.
• Participate in safety procedures and trainings.
• Fill in as apprentice during hands-on and classroom programs; complete 4-year apprentice program to qualify as Control Room Operator B Journeyman.
• Travel to other locations may be required.

Skills

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Rotating shifts

Respirator qualified

Pumps & motor controls knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Xcel Energy is hiring a Control Room Operator - B Apprentice at Maddox Station, Hobbs, NM. The role focuses on safe operation, inspection, and startup/shutdown of plant equipment, with hands-on and classroom training to complete a 4-year apprenticeship.

Responsibilities include participating in safety procedures, completing tests, and potentially traveling to other locations. Physical requirements and respirator qualifications apply, with benefits and competitive hourly pay.