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Apprentice Gas Technician - Menomonie, WI Job

Employer
Xcel Energy
Location
Menomonie
Salary
43.50 USD Hourly

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Industry
Energy and Utilities
Role
Other
Job Type
Long-Term
Hours
Full Time
Apprentice Gas Technician - Menomonie, WI Job Location(s): WI - MenomonieAre you fit and ready to work hard at a challenging but rewarding job that doesn't require you to sit behind a desk all day? Do you want to build a long-term career in a stable industry at a company that's committed to treating you with respect, training you well and ensuring your safety? A field or skilled labor job at Xcel Energy could be the opportunity you're looking for. ***NOTE: This position requires an assessment prior to interview consideration. We ask you to please carefully read the instructions belowWe anticipate the need of one or more Apprentice Gas Technician(s) to be located at our Menomonie, Wisconsin location. The starting base Journeyman pay for this position is $43.50 hourly. The position will be posted for 15 Working Days from February XX, 2021 to March XX, 2021. Candidate skills and qualifications will be evaluated and, in conformity to union contract, appropriate step placement will be offered to a successful candidate. Pay may also be adjusted in conformity with union contract, but in no case will it be less than the negotiated step minimum. Minimum apprentice pay levels as a percentage of base Journeyman Gas Technician pay: 1st Step: 60% 2nd Step: 65% 3rd Step: 70% 4th Step: 75% 5th Step: 80% 6th Step: 85% 7th Step: 90% 8th Step: 95%In this position, you will work as part of the gas construction, maintenance and operations crew.Responsibilities Gas services and mains; operate mechanical trenching/excavating equipment and related tools necessary to install gas mains and service Plastic pipe fusion, service regulators, odorization, meter and regulation, tapping, operational surveys, customer priority work, fitting, knowledge and ability to respond to gas leak (inside and outside) Investigation/emergencies, gas leak repair, cathodic protection, locating, meter reading, valve maintenance and material handling District regulator maintenance, instrument calibration, meter and large regulator sizing/maintenance/installation Requirements High school graduate or equivalent Commitment to successful participation and advancement in apprenticeship program Must be able to use an assortment of hand tools and electrical diagnostic equipment Must be committed to working safely and compliance with all company safety rules Must be able to lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds Must reside within 20 mile radius of assigned service center within the first 6 months of hire Valid driver's license Must meet driver qualification requirements as specified in FMCSR parts 382 and 391 and obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A within the first 6 months of hire This position is subject to D.O.T. random drug and alcohol testing program Special Requirements Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships in a team-oriented environment Must be certified in plastic fusion per Xcel Energy standards within the first 6 months of hire Pass the Gas Respirator Qualifications test Requires participation in after-hour emergency callouts in all kinds of weather conditions Preferred Additional education, such as a technical vocational or Associate's degree, in gas utility construction Experience in gas regulation and knowledge of gas appliances Experience operating mechanical trenchers/excavating equipment Experience operating electronic locating and testing equipment Gas distribution construction or gas service experience Direct customer contact experience 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.Posting Notes: WI - Menomonie || WI - Menomonie || United States (US) || Operations || 726HD:Gas Const HD WI || Full-Time || Bargaining ||The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $26.10 per hour Click here to see our benefitsRequisition Number: 29469 Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF) ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT Xcel Energy endeavors to make accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.Our Values: One Team Powered by Many Committed Connected Safe Trustworthy

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