Field / Skilled Labor
Does the job title “everyday hero” appeal to you? Do you want a clear career path, good pay and benefits? Do you want a long-term career with a stable company that prioritizes safety above all else? Are you looking for a challenging job with lots of variety that won’t keep you cooped up in an office all day? We’ve got options!
Here’s a sampling of some of the field and skilled labor positions at Xcel Energy:
As a gas worker at Xcel Energy you can expect to have challenging work and the sense of accomplishment that comes from keeping the public safe and providing or restoring much-needed energy service. We’re looking for people who are focused, self-reliant and calm under pressure. People with mechanical ability and problem-solving skills.

Being an electrical line worker is a prestigious, physically demanding, critical job that requires extensive training. For this role, we look for people who are self-motivated, independent and disciplined. People who are ready to work hard and dedicate themselves to keeping the public safe and the lights on for their communities. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and a Class A Commercial Driver's License.
Are you good at fixing vehicles? Are you a dependable hard worker? Xcel Energy’s fleet mechanics keep all our trucks and heavy equipment running and in top shape. If you enjoy variety and are looking for a mechanic job with good pay and benefits, we want to talk to you. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, a relevant two-year technical school degree and a Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
Interested in learning a trade? Apprenticeships at Xcel Energy can be your gateway to a long-term, rewarding career such as a gas worker or electrical line worker. They are structured, multi-year training programs that combine rigorous classroom and on-the-job training. If you like working outside and enjoy a challenge, a skilled labor apprenticeship at Xcel Energy could be the right opportunity for you.
When Mother Nature does her worst, our field crews are at their best working long hours to keep the public safe and restore service in our communities.
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