Underground Helper - Minneapolis, MN

Xcel Energy; Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory (MN); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking an Underground Helper to be stationed at the Chestnut Service Center. The role requires self-motivation, teamwork, and a commitment to safety, with duties including pulling cable into manholes/ducts and cleaning vaults.

The position offers a starting pay of $29.39 per hour and requires a valid Class A CDL. Candidates must meet DOT drug and alcohol testing and are expected to work after hours as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Class A CDL per FMCSR parts 382 and 391.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Pull cable into the manhole/duct system and clean manholes and vaults.
• Provide quality customer service and maintain safety and productivity.
• Work well with others and demonstrate a positive attitude.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Communication

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Class A CDL

Job description

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

We anticipate the need for one or more Underground Helper(s) to be located at the Chestnut Service Center. This position has a graduated wage scale, with a starting rate of pay of $29.39. This position will be posted for 10 working days from September 10, 2026, to September 23, 2026.

Summary

Perform the duties of the Helper classification including pulling cable into the manhole/duct system and cleaning manholes and vaults. The person filling this position must be self-motivated, work well with others, and possess a positive attitude and commitment to work safely, provide quality customer service, create customer satisfaction and to work productively.

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must meet driver qualification requirements as specified in FMCSR parts 382 and 391 including the possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• 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

• Experience with underground manholes and ducts preferred.
• Must have ability to pass color perception test.
• Must have ability to be respirator qualified and confined space trained.
• Must be able to lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds.
• 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.
• Position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements.

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at [e-mail].

Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $29.39 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)

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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Deadline to Apply: 09/23/26

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