- Salary
- $29+
- Location
- Mesa County Operations Center, United States of America · Rifle, CO, 81650
- Workplace
- Hybrid, Onsite
- Type
- Temporary
- Education
- High School
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) is a leading energy provider and Fortune 500 company, dedicated to serving millions of electricity and natural gas customers across eight states: Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico and Texas. We make energy work better for our customers, 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.
Xcel Energy supports a hybrid work model to enable collaboration and flexibility. Many roles are expected to work onsite three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday); however, work location expectations vary based on role, team, and business needs.
Job Title: Utility Worker C - Temporary - Grand Junction or Rifle, Colorado
We anticipate the need for one or more Temporary Utility Worker(s) C at our Grand Junction / Mesa County and/or Rifle / Garfield County Colorado Operations Center. The starting rate of pay for this position is $29.40 hourly.
Summary
Assist a higher classification in all of gas and electric facilities including the use of hand operated tools, small engine driven and pneumatic equipment i.e., jack hammer, clay spade Hilti, tamper, etc. Assist a higher classification with the assembly and placement of gas and electric Distribution facilities. Perform handling and moving material and equipment in the field and shop i.e., obtaining material from Stores Dept., stocking trucks and shop. Assist a higher classification on all inside and outside leak survey, and any Gas or Electric patrols. Performs general housekeeping of vehicles, shop, job site, tools, and other equipment. Can complete other assignments as directed by a higher-level classification, and work alone to perform these functions.
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Must have passed the EEI Construction and Skilled Trades (CAST) selection test
- Must have a valid Driver's License
- Must have, or obtain within 120 days of start date, a valid CDL and pass a DOT physical
- Physical abilities necessary for lifting, climbing, digging, working in tight areas, and working with specialized equipment and tools
- Must be able to lift 80 Pounds and work in all weather conditions
- Applicant is required to successfully pass the Xcel Energy screening requirements, which include a drug test and security clearance
- Exams that are required by federal regulations, such as OSHA and DOT, will be performed
Preferred Requirements
- Class A CDL Permit
**NOTE: This position requires two assessments prior to being considered for an interview so please read the following instructions carefully:
Assessment Information
Step 1 Application and Online Assessment:
1. Create a profile by applying for a position
2. Apply to the job posting
3. Should you meet the minimum qualifications, you may receive an invitation to complete an online assessment. Please follow the assessment instructions carefully and complete the online assessment within 72 hours.
Step 2 EEI Testing:
4. If your assessment results and application best meet the qualifications for the position, you will be invited to take the EEI Test via email.
5. Sign up for the test using the link in email invitation.
6. After signing up, you will receive a confirmation email to take the test. You can prepare for the test using the study information sent to you.
7. The test results will be sent via email within 2 weeks of completing the test.
8. The applications of successful candidates will be sent to the hiring leader for review.
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 job applicants reasonable accommodations for disabilities throughout the application process. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form.
Non-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $29.40 per hour
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Not Applicable
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: 09/21/26
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