Control Room Operator B Apprentice Amarillo, TX

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 youre looking for.

Summary

Job duties will include but are not limited to the safe operation of plant equipment ins pection of equipment cleaning of equipment unit startup unit shutdown running water tests and other duties as required. Employee will assist with the execution of safety procedures including lock out tag out and confined space entry.

The employee will be required to actively participate in hands-on training classroom training and computer interactive training programs as directed by management. The employee will also be required to successfully complete 4-year apprentice program and qualify for Control Room Operator B Journeyman. Travel to other locations may be .

Environmental Exposure : Employee will work in and around energized / rotating equipment confined spaces vibrating equipment heights noise levels requiring ear protection presence of chemical fumes lead and dust requiring use of a respirator and work in a wide range of ambient temperatures both hot and cold. The employee will work off of ladders and scaffolding in elevated positions and may be required to handle asbestos lead and other hazardous materials. Employee must be able to walk climb stairs and ladders throughout the plant. Work is often on gravel concrete and uneven surfaces.

High school diploma or GED

Must have successfully passed the Edison Electric Ins titute (EEI) Plant Operator Selection Systems (POSS) test

Must work rotating shifts

Must respond to overtime and call outs

Must commit to working safely and adhere to Company safety rules including wearing a hard hat safety footwear protective eye wear and Proper Protective Equipment (PPE)

Able to lift 50 pounds

Valid drivers license

Must be respirator qualified (Pulmonary Function Test)

Must take Base line Audiogram

Knowledge of equipment operation such as pumps and motor controls and operation and power plant / industrial operations experience desired

Successfully pass the Xcel Energy screening requirements which include a drug test security clearance and other exams that are required by federal regulations such as OSHA and DOT will be performed as

One year of industrial electrical experience desired .

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.

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 .

Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is : $30.93 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.

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Deadline to Apply : 01 / 18 / 26

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1