Mobile Facilities Maintenance Technician I - Fargo or Grand Forks, ND

Xcel Energy, Inc.; North Dakota; On-site; USD 54,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation

Sick Time

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking a Mobile Facilities Maintenance Technician 1 for the Fargo or Grand Forks Service Centers in North Dakota. The role involves travel between sites with a company-provided take-home vehicle and an hourly starting pay of $47.77, with typical hours 6:30am-3pm, Monday through Friday.

Travel to other Xcel Energy sites is required, and the position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to work with building systems, BAS, CMMS, and safety programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license.
• A minimum of two years of formal education in commercial building maintenance or equivalent experience.
• Minnesota Special Engineer Boiler license or higher and universal CFC certification.
• High mechanical aptitude and ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to work on ladders/scaffolds and lift 60 pounds.
• Willingness to learn software applications.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair building systems including boilers, chillers, heat pumps, and DX rooftop units.
• Perform preventive maintenance and work with BAS and fire/life safety systems.
• Demonstrate proficiency in soldering, brazing, sheet metal repair, electrical/electronic troubleshooting, and safe chemical use.
• Install and repair motors, bearings, shafts and related equipment; perform structural repairs.
• Apply knowledge of steam/hydronic boilers, rooftop units, heat pumps, chillers, and UPS/battery systems.
• Work within license limits and in compliance with safety requirements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Independent work

Verbal/written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of formal education in commercial building maintenance or equivalent

Minnesota Special Engineer Boiler license or higher

Universal CFC certification

Tools

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

CMMS

Microsoft Office

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.

Job Description

Xcel Energy is seeking one or more Mobile Facilities Maintenance Technician 1 employees for either the Fargo Service Center in Fargo, ND or the Grand Forks Service Center in Grand Forks, ND depending on your location. The position reports to either the Grand Forks or Fargo Service Center and will travel to other Xcel Energy sites. (When designated Mobile Facilities Maintenance Technician 1, this position regularly travels between Xcel Energy locations and includes a Company-provided take-home vehicle, subject to Company vehicle policies.)

Starting pay for this position is $47.77. Hours for this position will work 6:30am-3pm, Monday through Friday.

This position will be posted for 10 working days from November 5, 2026, to November 18, 2026.

Responsibilities and Technical Skills

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair building systems, including boilers, chillers, heat pumps and direct-expansion (DX) rooftop units.
• Perform preventive maintenance and work with building automation and fire/life safety systems.
• Demonstrate proficiency in soldering and brazing, sheet metal repair and installation, electrical and electronic troubleshooting, and safe chemical use.
• Install and repair motors, bearings, shafts and related equipment; perform structural building repairs, including garage doors and minor roof repairs.
• Apply working knowledge of steam and hydronic boilers, gas-fired rooftop units, heat pumps, chillers and rooftop cooling systems; fire/life safety systems; and uninterruptible power supply (UPS), generator and battery systems.
• Perform work within applicable license limits and in accordance with Company safety requirements.

Required Qualifications

In addition to proficiency and working knowledge in the technical skills listed above, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license.
• A minimum of two (2) years of formal education in commercial building maintenance or equivalent experience.
• A Minnesota Special Engineer Boiler license or higher and universal CFC certification.
• High mechanical aptitude, the ability to learn and understand building systems, and the ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• The ability to work on ladders and scaffolds and in high or confined areas, and to lift sixty (60) pounds.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the willingness and ability to learn software applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited HVAC or maintenance program or apprenticeship.
• Experience with building automation systems (BAS), computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and basic Microsoft Office applications.

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.

Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $47.77 per hour This 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.

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