Control Room Operator B Apprentice - Maddox Station - Hobbs, NM

Xcel Energy Inc; Hobbs (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation

Holidays

Sick Time

Volunteer Paid Time Off

Job summary

Xcel Energy in Hobbs, NM is seeking a Control Room Operator - B Apprentice at Maddox Station. The role involves safe operation of plant equipment, inspections, startup/shutdown, and water testing. Training includes hands-on and classroom instruction toward the Control Room Operator B Journeyman credential.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, POSS test, rotating shifts, safety compliance, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Travel to other locations may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must have passed Edison Electric Institute POSS test.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts.
• Must respond to overtime and call outs.
• Must follow safety rules including PPE and hard hat.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be respirator qualified (PFT).
• Must take baseline audiogram.
• Experience with pumps, motor controls, and power plant/industrial operations is preferred.
• Successful completion of company screening (drug test, security clearance, OSHA/DOT exams).
• One year of industrial electrical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant equipment safely and inspect/clean equipment.
• Execute unit startup and shutdown.
• Run water tests and assist with safety procedures (LOTO, confined space).
• Participate in hands-on and classroom training and complete apprenticeship requirements.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

POSS test experience

Job description

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

Xcel Energy is a place where you’ll have opportunities to grow, expand your skills, and help lead the clean energy transition. We offer meaningful rewards, recognition, and support to help you build your career and make an impact - both on the job and beyond. Most importantly, it means you’ll be joining a company that knows employees are the driving force behind its success and is committed to helping you be your best.

Xcel Energy has an urgent need for a Control Room Operator - B Apprentice, based at Maddox Station in Hobbs, NM!

Summary

Job duties will include, but are not limited to, the safe operation of plant equipment,inspection of equipment, cleaning of equipment, unit startup, unit shutdown, running water tests, and other duties as required.Employeewill assist with the execution of safety procedures including lock outtag outand confined space entry.

The employee willbe requiredto activelyparticipatein hands-on training,requiredclassroomtrainingand computer interactive training programs, as directed by management. The employee will also be required to successfully complete4-yearapprentice program and qualify forControlRoom OperatorB Journeyman. Travel to other locations may be

required.

Environmental Exposure: Employee will work in and around energized/rotating equipment, confined spaces, vibrating equipment, heights, noise levels requiring ear protection, presence of chemical fumes, lead and dust requiring use of a respirator and work in a wide range of ambient temperatures, both hot and cold. The employee will workoff ofladders and scaffolding, in elevated positions, and may be required to handle asbestos, lead and other hazardous materials.Employeemust be able to walk, climb stairs and ladders throughout the plant. Work is often on gravel,concreteand uneven surfaces.

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• Must have successfully passed the Edison ElectricInstitute (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 wearing a hard hat, safety footwear, protective eyewearand Proper Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Valid driver's license
• Must be respirator qualified (Pulmonary Function Test)
• Must take Base line Audiogram
• Knowledge of equipmentoperationsuch as pumps and motorcontrols and operationand power plant/industrial operations experience desired
• Successfully pass the Xcel Energy screening requirements, which include a drug test, security clearance and other exams that are required by federal regulations, such as OSHA and DOT, will be performed asrequired
• One year of industrial electrical experiencedesired.

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 application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation RequestForm.

BargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $30.93 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
• Long-term disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee recognition program
• Pension
• 401(k) plan
• Vacation
• Holidays
• 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.

In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation.You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Deadline to Apply: 10/01/26

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