Splicer Mechanic - Minneapolis, MN

Northern States Power Co - MN; United States; On-site; USD 71,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Dependent Care Reimbursement Account

Health Care Reimbursement Account

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pension

401(k) plan

Vacation

Holidays

Sick Time

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking a Splicer Mechanic at the Chestnut Service Center in the Metro West region. The base pay starts at $62.27 per hour, with responsibilities including construction maintenance and emergency repairs of underground distribution systems.

Candidates must have a Splicer Mechanic apprenticeship or equivalent, a valid Class A CDL with medical card, and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completed a Splicer Mechanic apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Valid Class A CDL with medical card.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Strong communication skills.
• Self-motivation and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Construction maintenance and emergency repairs of underground distribution systems in the Metro West region.
• Underground construction and maintenance on company assets; maintain vaults, pull cables, and splice conductors as needed.

Skills

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Quality work

Customer service

Education

Splicer Mechanic apprenticeship

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.

We anticipate the need for one Splicer Mechanic to be located at the Chestnut Service Center. The base rate of pay for this classification will be as listed in Exhibit ""A"" Wage Schedule, $62.27 an hour. This position is posted for 10 days from September 25, 2026 - October 8th, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for construction maintenance and emergency repairs of underground distribution systems in the Metro West region.
• Perform underground construction and maintenance work on company assets, maintain vaults, pulling cables and splicing conductors as needed.

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completed a Splicer Mechanic apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Applicant must meet driver qualification requirements as specified in FMCSR parts 382 and 391 including the possession of a valid Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL), with medical card.
• Must be committed to working safely; take responsibility for you and your coworkers safety.
• Must be committed to quality work and customer service.
• Must work well with others and exhibit teamwork attitude.
• Must exhibit good communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated and possess a positive attitude.

Special Requirements

• Must have ability to pass color perception test.
• Must have ability to be respirator qualified and confined space trained.
• Must be physically capable of performing the requirements of the classification such as climbing, shoveling, lifting, bending, twisting, etc.
• Must be able and willing to respond to after hours and weekend call outs.
• Must be willing to attend new or updated training, as required.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test. This position is subject to random drug testing.

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The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $62.27 per hour.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical/Pharmacy Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Care Reimbursement 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)

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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.

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