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

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 (NASDAQ: XEL) is a leading energy provider and Fortune 500 company, dedicated to serving millions of electricity and natural gas customers across eight states: Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico and Texas. We make energy work better for our customers, 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. Employee will assist with the execution of safety procedures including lock out tag out and confined space entry.

The employee will be required to actively participate in hands-on training, required classroom training and computer interactive training programs, as directed by management. The employee will also be required to successfully complete 4-year apprentice program and qualify for Control Room Operator B 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 work off of ladders and scaffolding, in elevated positions, and may be required to handle asbestos, lead and other hazardous materials. Employee must be able to walk, climb stairs and ladders throughout the plant. Work is often on gravel, concrete and uneven surfaces.

Required

• 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 wearing a hard hat, safety footwear, protective eye wear and 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 equipment operation such as pumps and motor controls and operation and 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 as required
• One year of industrial electrical experience desired.

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

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BargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $30.93 per hourThis 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.

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Deadline to Apply: 10/01/26

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