Xcel Energy
Provides energy services across multiple states, focusing on clean, reliable, and affordable solutions.
Gas Plant Equipment Operator - Inver Grove Heights, MN
Operate and inspect gas plant equipment, keep records, and handle emergencies on 12‑hour shifts.
Job Highlights
About the Role
Operators will conduct routine inspections of gas plant equipment, maintain daily operating records across three 3 MW gas production plants, and respond to plant emergencies as needed. The position requires compliance with PHMSA drug and alcohol testing and meeting Part 195 OQ requirements upon hire. • Perform routine operating inspections of gas plant equipment. • Complete daily operating records for three 3 MW gas production plants. • Respond to plant emergencies promptly. • Work 12‑hour shifts in compliance with PHMSA drug and alcohol testing.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸equipment inspection
- ▸record keeping
- ▸emergency response
- ▸shift work
- ▸compliance testing
What You Bring
• Meet Part 195 Operational Qualification requirements upon hire. • Possess a High School Diploma or GED. • Hold a valid driver’s license and Minnesota 1‑C Boiler license. • Able to climb to the top of refrigerated gas storage tanks. • Read and understand plant process drawings and records. • Successfully complete the medical evaluation for Xcel’s LNG Qualification Program.
Requirements
- ▸part 195
- ▸high school
- ▸driver’s license
- ▸boiler license
- ▸tank climbing
- ▸process drawings
Benefits
Xcel Energy is seeking Gas Plant Equipment Operators for its Wescott Plant in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota. The role offers a starting wage of $52.65 per hour and a 12‑hour shift schedule, with posting dates from January 29 to February 11, 2026. The role includes a comprehensive benefits package covering medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and various flexible spending accounts, subject to change at the company's discretion. • $52.65 per hour starting base pay. • Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans. • Life insurance and dependent care reimbursement. • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). • Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage. • Employee Assistance Program and fitness center reimbursement. • Tuition reimbursement and transit benefits. • Pension and 401(k) retirement plans. • Paid vacation, holidays, sick time, and Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO).
Work Environment
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