Advanced Step Apprentice/ Journeyman Gas Technician - Montrose, Minnesota

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 XcelEnergy could be just what you’re looking for. Position Summary We anticipate the need for one or more Advanced Step Apprentice Gas Technician / Journeyman Gas Technician to be located at our Montrose Service Center in Montrose, Minnesota. This position will require the successful applicant to reside within 20 miles of the Montrose Service Center. The rate of pay for a Journeyman is $52.25 hourly. The apprentice rate of pay will vary depending upon the step that you will be slotted in. The percentage rates are as follows:

• 3rd Step pay will be 75% of the Journeyman Rate ($39.19/hour)
• 4th Step will be 81.25% of the Journeyman Rate ($42.45/hour)
• 5th Step will be 87.50% of the Journeyman Rate ($45.72/hour)
• 6th Step will be 93.75% of the Journeyman Rate ($48.98/hour)

The position will be posted for 10 Working Days from June 30, 2026, to July 14, 2026. Responsibilities District regulator maintenance, odorization, meter testing, instrument calibration Meter and large regulator sizing/maintenance/installation, plastic pipe fusion, service regulators, odorization, meter and regulation, tapping Operational surveys, customer priority work, fitting, equipment operation Knowledge and ability to respond to gas leak (inside and outside) investigation and emergencies Gas leak repair, cathodic protection, locating, meter reading, valve maintenance and material handling Qualifications High school diploma or GED Must possess a valid ClassA commercial drivers license (must meet driver qualification requirements as specified in FMCSR Parts382 and391) Three or more years Gas Construction and/or Gas service experience Gas Technician experience preferred Ability to lift 50 pounds safely Must reside within 20mi of the service center Must meet Operator Qualification requirements Special Requirements Highly developed verbal and written communication skills Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships in a team-oriented environment Direct customer contact experience desirable Position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements Pass the Gas Respirator Qualification test Subject to residency requirements and on-call duty on a rotating basis May require rotating or off shift working hours 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 XcelEnergy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part. EEO Statement 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northern States Power Co - MN