Communications Technician I

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 for one or more Communication Technician I to be located at 414 Nicollet Ave in Minneapolis, MN. The starting rate of pay for this position will be $64.32 per hour. This position will be posted for 10 Working Days from April 28, 2026, to May 11, 2026.

Summary

Duties are the installation, maintenance and troubling shooting of Xcel Energy’s private and public Voice, Data network equipment and circuits.

 
Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of technical experience in communications/electronics or equivalent.
• Successfully pass EEI TECH B test.
• Must be able to lift and maneuver up to 70 pounds.
• Requires participation in after-hour emergency callouts in all kinds of weather conditions.
• Must have good communication and teamwork skills.
• Must be able to work in extreme hot and cold temperatures, at high heights, in noisy atmospheres.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Willing to travel throughout the region area often with overnight stays.
• Must be a self-motivated person and willing to work on his or her own.
• Must be able to obtain BICSI Technician certification upon being eligible to acquire.
• Must be able to obtain MN Power Limited License or higher upon being eligible to acquire.
• Must be able to obtain Nuclear Security Clearance for unescorted access.

Preferred

• Additional certifications in telecommunications and data systems.
• Additional education and experience with telecommunication and data systems.

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: $64.32 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.

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Deadline to Apply: 05/11/26

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