Apprentice Relay Technician - Eau Claire, WI

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 the need of one or more Apprentice Relay Technician(s) to be located at the Black Avenue Service Center in Eau Claire, WI. The minimum starting (Step 1 – 60%) rate of pay for this position is $38.09 hourly (2025 rate). The base Journeyman's pay rate is $63.48 hourly (2025 rate). The position will be posted for 15 Working Days from December 4, 2025, to December 23, 2025. Candidate skills and qualifications will be evaluated and, in conformity to union contract, appropriate step placement will be offered to a successful candidate.

Pay may also be adjusted in conformity with union contract, but in no case will it be less than the negotiated step minimum. Minimum apprentice pay levels as a percentage of base Journeyman Relay Technician pay:

1st Step: 60% 

2nd Step: 65% 

3rd Step: 70% 

4th Step: 75% 

5th Step: 80% 

6th Step: 85% 

7th Step: 90% 

8th Step: 95% 

Summary

In this position, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, testing, inspecting and calibrating control and relaying systems for plant and substation equipment throughout Xcel Energy and customer facilities. The person filling this position must be self-motivated, work well with others, and possess a positive attitude and commitment to work safely, provide quality customer service, create customer satisfaction and to work productively. 

Requirements 

• High school graduate or equivalent.

• Associate degree in electronics/electrical theory, or equivalent education/knowledge.

• Valid driver's license.

• Ability to use electrical and electronic measuring devices. 

• Commitment to successful participation and advancement in apprenticeship program. 

• Must be committed to working safely and compliance with all company safety rules. 

• Must have good communication and teamwork skills.

• Must have basic computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

• Participation in after-hour emergency callouts in all kinds of weather conditions. 

• Working outdoors and indoors, to include in a plant environment.

• Willing to travel and work away from home.

Special Requirements 

• Thorough knowledge of electrical, electronic and solid-state theory, programmable devices, computer systems and related input and output devices. 

• Familiarity with control circuits and able to demonstrate ability to read relay control, solid state systems and one-line drawings. 

• Must be of adequate physical stature to perform routine physical labor associated with this position, including but not limited to: lifting, carrying, climbing, working in confined spaces, kneeling, and reaching.

• Must be able to work in confined spaces and varying climatic conditions, includes working at elevated heights from scaffolding and floor grating.

• Must reside within 20-mile radius of the Black Avenue Service Center.

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.

Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $38.09 to $60.31 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, Pension, 401(k) plan, Vacation, Holidays, Additional days off, 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: 12/23/25

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