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Xcel Energy

Maintenance Apprentice 1st Year - Nichols Station - Amarillo, TX

Salary$31/hr
LocationAmarillo, TX, 79118
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 8, 2026 · 4d ago
Verified live13h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have7
High school diploma or GED
Must have successfully passed the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Maintenance Positions Selection Systems (MASS) test
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)
Valid driver's license
Must be respirator qualified (Pulmonary Function Test)
Must take Base line Audiogram
Nice to have2
Welding experience and/or certification preferred
Troubleshooting experience preferred
Eligibility1
Able to lift 50 pounds
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Dependent care reimbursement
Health care reimbursement
Long term disability
Employee assistance program
Tuition reimbursement
Employee recognition program
Pension
401(k)
Vacation
Holidays
Sick time
Volunteer PTO
About the company
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 is looking to fill a Maintenance Apprentice 1st Year position for Nichols Station in Amarillo, TX!
Position Summary:
Responsibilities
Job duties will include, but not limited to, troubleshoot, construct and maintain plant equipment (turbines, boilers, pumps, compressors, cooling towers, etc.).
The employee will be required to actively participate in hands-on training, required 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 Maintenance Journeyman. Travel to other locations will be required.
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.
Minimum Requirements:
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High school diploma or GED
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Must have successfully passed the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Maintenance Positions Selection Systems (MASS) test (testing opportunities may be available for qualified candidates)
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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 driver’s license
•
Must be respirator qualified (Pulmonary Function Test)
•
Must take Base line Audiogram
•
Welding experience and/or certification preferred
•
Troubleshooting experience preferred
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
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Work that makes a difference
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A team you can count of
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Opportunities to grow
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Rewards that help you thrive
Legal
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.
Benefits
BargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $30.93 to $31.33 per hourThis 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.
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: 10/21/26
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Accessibility Statement
Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com and https://jobs.xcelenergy.com accessible to any and all users. 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. For any other application related questions, including application follow-ups or technical issues, please use our Recruiting Assistance, Electra, for assistance. Electra can be found in the lower right-hand corner of our Xcel Energy Careers site.
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