Technician - Protective Relay A (With Degree)

Xcel Energy Inc; Carlsbad, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Pension

401(k) plan

Vacation

Holidays

Sick Time

VPTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Xcel Energy Inc. is seeking a Protection Relay Technician A (with degree) to maintain protective relay and substation control systems in Carlsbad or Hobbs, NM.

The role requires a two-year degree in electronics or digital equipment and a Journeyman certificate, with travel up to 20 miles from service centers and occasional overtime. Successful candidates will join a safety-focused team, support capital projects, and contribute to reliable power delivery while meeting physical and travel

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two-year accredited degree in electronics or digital equipment required for Protection Relay Technician A.
• Department of Labor Protective Relay Technician Journeyman Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain protective relay and substation control systems and support capital projects.
• Assist in service restoration to improve system reliability.
• Coordinate with team and operate test equipment as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Physical stamina

Computer literacy

Willingness to travel

Overtime readiness

Safety awareness

Education

Two-year accredited degree in electronics or digital equipment

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Test equipment familiarity

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.

The SPS System Protection Department has an opening for a Protection Relay Technician A (with degree), in Carlsbad or Hobbs, NM!

This position may be hired at Protection Relay Technician A level only. Selection will be based on education, qualifications, and experience.

Successful candidate must live, or be willing to relocate, within 20 miles of the Carlsbad, NM Service Center 88220 or Hobbs, NM Service Center 88240.

Position Summary:

Maintain the protective relay systems and other substation control systems, support capital projects and help in service restoration. System reliability is directly affected by the activities of this position. All system protection relay technician A prerequisites must be met.

Minimum Requirements for placement based on previous experience:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent

2. Department of Labor Protective Relay Technician Journeyman Certificate Required

3. Physical demands include, but not limited to lifting, carrying, climbing, handling, kneeling, and reaching. Must be able to lift and maneuver 90 pounds

4. Overnight travel and assignments will be required in this position.

5. Must be able to climb ladders and lattice structures and work out of a bucket truck. Heights up to 80 ft.

6. Must exhibit a teamwork attitude and work well with others.

7. Must be able to work independently without direct supervision

8. Must be mentally competent, able to communicate, able to comprehend instructions and build on previous experience

9. Must have the ability to learn and/or operate various pieces of test equipment.

10. Must be able to work in confined spaces

11. Must be computer literate, use and understand basic computer skills.

12. Required to work outdoors and in power plant environments

13. Must be willing & able to work considerable amounts of overtime.

14. Subject to after hour callouts.

15. Must have a two-year accredited degree in electronics or digital equipment for Protection Relay Technician “A”.

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.

Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $61.64 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
• Long-term disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee recognition program
• Pension
• 401(k) plan
• Vacation
• Holidays
• 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: 10/04/26

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