Job Description

Location(s): CO - Denver

Do you want to have an essential role supporting the energy infrastructure that provides power to millions of homes and businesses? Do you want to work for a company that is committed to excellence, safety and environmental stewardship? Consider a job at one of Xcel Energys power plants, and help us keep the lights on.

We are looking for one or more Plant Specialist B 1st Year in Denver, Colorado. Starting pay is $33.77 hourly.

Summary
Operates, inspects, monitors, and performs minor maintenance on Power Plant Equipment (boilers, turbines, auxiliary equipment, and other systems) as qualified and assigned. Actively participates in hands-on training, required classroom training, and computer interactive training programs to learn power plant operations. Will require the completion of all training requirements for a Plant Specialist B, including those specific to the plant at which the position is located. Performs equipment operational checks that include startup, shutdown, equipment tests, and operating adjustments. Responds to plant emergencies, unit upsets, and changing operating conditions. Assists and supports all Control Specialist, Maintenance Specialist, and/or Management as assigned. Isolates all potential power sources to achieve clearance in preparation for inspection, testing, or maintenance. Operates and performs maintenance on equipment and directs/trains others in performing these activities. Monitors and records operating conditions of equipment. Recognizes abnormal equipment operation and initiates trouble reports. Work will include an 8 hour shifts, rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and requires overtime.

Minimum Requirements

* High School Diploma or equivalent
* Must have successfully passed the Edison Electric Institute Power Plant Maintenance and Plant Operator selection exams
* Prefer post secondary technical training in a related area
* Must have valid driver's license
* Prefer previous experience as an operator in a power plant and familiarity with power generation, but not required
* Applicant is required to successfully pass the Xcel Energy screening requirements, which include a drug test and security clearance
* Physical Requirements
* Able to lift up to 50 pounds safely
* Work in inclement weather
* Must be qualified to wear all required PPE (including respirator qualified)
* Will be required to perform duties when necessary from scaffolds and catwalks in high and confined spaces
* Must be able to work overtime and various shifts as required
* Environmental Exposure
* Works around energized, rotating, vibrating, & automatic start equipment; confined spaces; heights; ladders & scaffolding; noise levels requiring hearing protection; presence of dust requiring use of respiratory protection
* Outdoor work on uneven & wet surfaces, with temperatures ranging from -20 to above 100 degrees F

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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 youre ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.
Posting Notes: CO - Denver || CO - Denver || United States (US) || Generation || 32200:Cherokee Operations || Full-Time || Bargaining ||
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $33.77 per hour

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Requisition Number: 25064

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com