Locator - St Paul, Metro East

Northern States Power Co - MN; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 57,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Pension

Vacation & Holidays

Transit programs

Job summary

Xcel Energy in St. Paul, MN is seeking a Locator to locate underground gas and electric facilities using maps, construction prints, and as-built drawings to determine exact locations.

The role uses electronic locating equipment to protect utilities and keep excavations safe. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma, a valid driver's license, and 4+ years locating gas and electric cable; willingness for 24-hour call-out; experience with damage prevention and DOT drug/alcohol testing;

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience reading Gas and Electric maps or prints.
• Understanding of Gas and Electric distribution practices.
• Willingness for 24hr call out duties.
• Experience in damage prevention practices.
• Subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Subject to work in inclement weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Locate multiple underground facilities including Gas and Electric using maps, construction prints and as-built drawings to determine exact locations.
• Use electronic locating equipment to identify the physical location of facilities to protect them from damage and to keep excavators and the public safe.

Skills

Gas & Electric maps/prints

Locator experience

Driver's license

24hr call out

Damage prevention

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Company Overview

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.

Position Details

We anticipate the need for one or more Locator(s) (graduated wage scale) to be located in St. Paul, MN, however there is a possibility for this role to be in Newport, MN or White Bear, MN. The starting pay is $27.62 hourly. This position will be posted for 10 working days from October 12, 2026, to October 23, 2026.

Summary

As a Locator, you will locate multiple underground facilities including Gas and Electric using various types of information including Xcel maps, construction prints and as built drawings to determine approximate location. Use electronic equipment to determine physical location of facilities to protect them from damage and to ensure the safety of the excavator as well as the public.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Possess valid driver’s license
• Experience in reading Gas and Electric maps or prints
• Complete understanding of Gas and Electric distribution practices
• Available for 24hr call out duties
• Experience in damage prevention practices
• Subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements
• Subject to work in inclement weather conditions
• Employees will be expected to drive a company vehicle
• 4 or more years of experience locating Gas and Electric cable
• 6 months of recent locator experience within the last 12 months

Benefits

• Medical/Pharmacy Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
• Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA)
• Short-term disability (STD)
• Long-term disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Transit programs
• Employee recognition program
• Pension
• 401(k) plan
• Vacation
• Holidays
• Additional days off
• 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.

Work Location & Compensation

Location: St. Paul, MN (or Newport, MN or White Bear, MN). Compensation: starting pay $27.62 hourly; anticipated starting base pay $27.62 to $38.32 per hour. Posting period: October 12, 2026 – October 23, 2026.

Company Culture & Values

Our culture is grounded in shared values and employee commitments that guide how we work, support one another, and grow together.

• 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

EEO Statement

• EEO is the Law (PDF)
• Equal Opportunity Statement (PDF)
• Employee Rights (PDF)

Application Deadline

Deadline to Apply: 10/23/26

Accessibility

Xcel Energy provides job applicants reasonable accommodations for disabilities throughout the application process.

Accessibility Statement Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com and https://jobs.xcelenergy.com accessible to any and all users.

Company Vision

You. Us. Together. At Xcel Energy, we’re more than an energy company. We’re reinventing how we power communities. Redefining how we care for customers. Reaffirming our commitment to the planet. We’re committed to leading with equity and inclusion. You’re not waiting for change – you’re creating it. You’re driven to protect the environment, support your community, and seek innovation. You want a career that grows with you and an employer who values you. You are reliable, trustworthy and bring integrity to everything you do. We are leading the way in clean energy. We’re using technology and innovation in every facet of our company. We’re providing safe, stable jobs with robust benefits. We keep our customers at the center of all we do. We’re committed to hiring a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can provide carbon-free electricity by 2050. Together, we can take care of the environment and our communities. Together, we can create a place where everyone belongs. Together we’re building a better tomorrow.