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Posted 19 hours agoOperator Repairman - Black Dog Plant - Burnsville, MN
at Xcel Energy
MongoliaOn-site
Requirements
- Position Summary Operator Repairman must have a general knowledge of the total plant equipment, procedures, and operations.
- The Operator Repairman must have specific expertise for the operation of plant systems.
- As provided by the training and qualification program, must have full knowledge of operation of CT’s, HRSG, steam turbines, and auxiliary power plant equipment, and shall have the fundamental knowledge of electrical theory along with full knowledge of generator synchronization, excitation, voltage and load control, main and auxiliary transformer operation, and station and transmission switching. 3.
- Capable of understanding MSDS, confined space requirements, hot work, etc. 13.
- Must have the ability to make quick and sound decisions in any plant emergency. 18.
- Must have the ability to read and understand one line electrical, plant flow diagrams, blueprints, equipment drawings, diagrams, and manuals. 19.
- Must have the ability to intelligently communicate with plant personnel both verbally and in writing along with taking the necessary readings required by management. 20.
- qualifications of mechanical maintenance skills and abilities equivalent to maintenance repairman as outlined in Operator / Repairman. Required 1.
- Must have a High School diploma or GED 2.
- Will be required to actively participate in training and retraining programs established for this position as determined by management, including assisting with training and qualifying of other personnel. 3.
- Will be required to have full knowledge of plant operating procedures and equipment including pollution control equipment. 4.
- Will be required to direct other operating classifications in the performance of their duties. 5.
- Will be required to function under written plant operating and maintenance procedures as appropriate, assist in their preparation and document records as required by management. 6.
- Will be required to perform duties when necessary from scaffoldings and catwalks in high and confined areas. 7.
- May be required to accept temporary assignments as an Operator/Repairman. 8.
- Must demonstrate and maintain proficiency. 9.
- Will be required to demonstrate proficiency through periodic on-the-job assessments and evaluations. 10.
- Must possess a Minnesota State First Class Grade ""A"" License at the time of assignment and will be required to secure a Minnesota State Chief Class Grade ""A"" within two years. 11.
- Must possess and maintain training and qualification in mechanical maintenance skills and abilities equivalent to maintenance repairman.
Benefits
- The base rate of pay for this classification will be $59.78.
- Bargaining The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $59.78 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, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program,
Contact
- Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com .
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- 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 recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
Additional details
- 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 you’re looking for.
- We anticipate an opening for one or more Operator Repairman for the Black Dog Plant located in Burnsville, MN.
- The position will be posted for 10 Working Days from June 29, 2026, to July 13, 2026.
- Performs all the functions trained and qualified for. 2.
- Operates, monitors, inspects, and maintains boilers, turbines, condensers, generators and plant auxiliary equipment and systems as assigned including water treatment systems and chemical additions as needed.
- Performs startups, shutdowns, equipment tests and operating adjustments. 4.
- Recognizes abnormal equipment performance and takes corrective action.
- Reports problems and initiates trouble reports. 5.
- Responds to plant emergencies, unit upsets, and changing operating conditions.
- Must evaluate system condition and initiate corrective action.