Material Handler - Western Service Center - Eau Claire, WI

Xcel Energy Inc; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Pension

Vacation

Holidays

Volunteer Paid Time Off

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking a Material Handler at our Western Service Center in Eau Claire, WI. The role involves leading daily material operations, safe forklift use, and coordination with field crews to support construction activities.

Starting pay is $28.91 per hour with eligibility for benefits; overtime and after-hours calls may apply. The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and strong customer service within a team environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must reside within 20 mile radius of assigned service center.
• Requires participation in after-hour emergency callouts in all kinds of weather conditions.
• Forklift experience or certification.
• Must meet FMCSR parts 382 and 391 and obtain a valid CDL Class A within the first 6 months of hire.
• CDL holders are subject to D.O.T. random drug and alcohol testing program.
• Basic computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform daily material operations and planning duties.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely.
• Receive, unload, and store materials; put away and stage orders for field crews.
• Process material returns/credits from the field.
• Provide excellent customer service for local management and field employees.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

CDL Class A

Basic computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Bar Code data collection

Job description

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

Weanticipate the need for one or more MaterialHandler(s) to be locatedat our WesternService Center in Eau Claire, WI. Thestarting rate of pay for the firststep in the graduate wagescale (1st Six Months) forthis position is $28.91 per hour. The Company may hireat a higherstep depending on qualifications.

This position will be posted for 15 business days from October 26, 2026, to November 13, 2026.

Summary

This position is responsible for leadingand performingall dutiesand the daily operationalactivities of the MaterialOperations & Planning. This position requires thesafe operation of forkliftsand other material handling equipment. Ahighawareness ofsafetyand compliance with companysafety rules is requiredatall times. Serveas the day-to-dayinterface with local operational customers. Duties include material ordering from Alliancesuppliersand from otherinternalstoreroomsas necessary. Receivingactivities which include unloadand loading of trucksand receipt of materialsbothstockand non-stock. Putawayactivities, order filling, physically fillandstage orders for field construction crews.Process material returns/credits from the field. Keep workarea cleaned upas necessary. Provide excellent customerservice for local managementand field employees. Participate inallsafetyand training programs.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Must be committed to working safely and compliance with all company safety rules
• Physical demands are heavy at times, must be able to lift and maneuver up to 70 pounds
• Must reside within 20 mile radius of assigned service center
• Requires participation in after-hour emergency callouts in all kinds of weather conditions
• Forklift experience or certification
• Must meet driver qualification requirements as specified in FMCSR parts 382 and 391 and obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A within the first 6 months of hire
• CDL holders are subject to D.O.T. random drug and alcohol testing program
• Basic computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office products

Preferred

• Additional training or experience in Materials Management or similar work experience
• Bar Code data collection experience
• Electric & Gas industry knowledge
• SAP experience/knowledge
• Adaptability to multiple computer systems and programs
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships in a team oriented environment

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 Applicant Accommodation RequestForm.

BargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $28.91 per hourThis position is eligible for the following 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.

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: 11/13/26

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