Gas Distribution Apprentice Technician – Grow Your Career

Xcel Energy Inc; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Health Care Flexible Spending (HSA)

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking Apprentice Gas Distribution Service Technician(s) to be located at the Western Avenue Service Center in Eau Claire, WI. The role offers entry-to-journeyman tracks with step-based pay and potential for on-call emergencies.

The position requires high school completion, training in gas/electric fields, safety commitment, and the ability to work with a team. CDL Class A will be required within six months, and travel within a 20-mile radius is expected.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Training in natural gas, electricity, or related fields.
• Experience locating gas and electric underground facilities.
• Commitment to safety and company safety rules.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Residence within 20 miles of the service center within 6 months.
• CDL Class A within 6 months; meet FMCSR qualifications.
• Willing to respond to after-hours emergency calls.

Responsibilities

• Locate gas lines and underground electric cables.
• Disconnect/reconnect gas and electric meters for service changes.
• Perform meter changes for gas/electric devices.
• Survey gas leaks and public buildings.
• Respond to gas emergencies and odor calls.
• Work with gas crew to install or maintain distribution system.

Skills

Gas distribution

Underground facilities locating

Communication

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking Apprentice Gas Distribution Service Technician(s) to be located at the Western Avenue Service Center in Eau Claire, WI. The role offers entry-to-journeyman tracks with step-based pay and potential for on-call emergencies.

The position requires high school completion, training in gas/electric fields, safety commitment, and the ability to work with a team. CDL Class A will be required within six months, and travel within a 20-mile radius is expected.