Apprentice Electric Grid Operator – Real-Time Distribution

Xcel Energy Inc; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 61,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking Apprentice/Journeyman Electric Distribution Systems Operator for the Skypark Service Center in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The role involves real-time operation of the electric distribution system and directing field crews in switching tasks under established guidelines.

Starting pay is set as an apprentice percentage of the journeyman rate, with Step 1 at $44.05 per hour and Journeyman at $69.98 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Minimum of 4-years’ field experience in construction, maintenance or operation of electric distribution or transmission systems
• Ability to work 12 hour rotating shifts according to department policies
• Requires participation in after-hour emergency callouts in all kinds of weather conditions
• Ability to read one-line diagrams
• Commitment to successful participation and advancement in apprenticeship program
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to working safely and compliance with all company safety rules
• Must have good communication and teamwork skills
• Must have computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• One-year or longer technical degree or certificate in electrical field or successful completion of Xcel Energy approved apprenticeship in a related field

Responsibilities

• Monitors and exercises independent judgement in the operation of the Electric Distribution System; directs field employees in switching; writes, reviews and approves switching procedures
• Troubleshoots failures in the electric system, chooses appropriate actions and directs restoration by assigning field personnel or takes independent action through remote control switching equipment
• Interacts with Control Center personnel and provides timely information of conditions of the distribution system
• Maintains working relationships with other utilities, generating stations and Security Coordinators

Skills

Reading one-line diagrams

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Electrical field technical degree or apprenticeship

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking Apprentice/Journeyman Electric Distribution Systems Operator for the Skypark Service Center in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The role involves real-time operation of the electric distribution system and directing field crews in switching tasks under established guidelines.

Starting pay is set as an apprentice percentage of the journeyman rate, with Step 1 at $44.05 per hour and Journeyman at $69.98 per hour.