Gas Service Technician Apprentice - Eau Claire, WI
Xcel Energy Inc, Eau Claire, WI, United States
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.
Location: Western Avenue Service Center, Eau Claire, WI. Pay: starting Step 1 ($32.90/hr, 65% of Journeyman base rate of $50.62/hr). The position will be posted for 15 working days from April 27, 2026 to May 18, 2026.
Minimum apprentice pay levels:
1st Step: 65%
2nd Step: 70%
3rd Step: 75%
4th Step: 80%
5th Step: 85%
6th Step: 90%
Responsibilities
Locating gas lines and underground electric cables.
Disconnecting and reconnecting gas and electric meters for stop-and-start service and credit and collections.
Performing meter changes for single-phase electric and gas periodic meters.
Performing gas leak and public building surveys.
Responding to gas emergencies and odor calls.
Work with the gas construction crew to install or perform maintenance on the gas distribution system.
Requirements
High school graduate or equivalent.
Additional training in natural gas, electricity, or related fields.
Experience locating gas and electric underground facilities.
Must be committed to working safely and in compliance with all company safety rules.
Must have good communication and teamwork skills.
Must reside within a 20-mile radius of the assigned service center within the first 6 months of hire.
Must meet driver qualification requirements as specified in FMCSR parts 382 and 391 and obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A within the first 6 months of hire.
This position is subject to a D.O.T. random drug and alcohol testing program.
Must be willing and able to respond to after-hour emergency callouts.
Preferred
Experience with installation or maintenance of gas distribution systems.
Direct customer contact experience.
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)
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.
Deadline to Apply: 05/18/26
Accessibility Statement
Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com/ accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Location: Western Avenue Service Center, Eau Claire, WI. Pay: starting Step 1 ($32.90/hr, 65% of Journeyman base rate of $50.62/hr). The position will be posted for 15 working days from April 27, 2026 to May 18, 2026.
Minimum apprentice pay levels:
1st Step: 65%
2nd Step: 70%
3rd Step: 75%
4th Step: 80%
5th Step: 85%
6th Step: 90%
Responsibilities
Locating gas lines and underground electric cables.
Disconnecting and reconnecting gas and electric meters for stop-and-start service and credit and collections.
Performing meter changes for single-phase electric and gas periodic meters.
Performing gas leak and public building surveys.
Responding to gas emergencies and odor calls.
Work with the gas construction crew to install or perform maintenance on the gas distribution system.
Requirements
High school graduate or equivalent.
Additional training in natural gas, electricity, or related fields.
Experience locating gas and electric underground facilities.
Must be committed to working safely and in compliance with all company safety rules.
Must have good communication and teamwork skills.
Must reside within a 20-mile radius of the assigned service center within the first 6 months of hire.
Must meet driver qualification requirements as specified in FMCSR parts 382 and 391 and obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A within the first 6 months of hire.
This position is subject to a D.O.T. random drug and alcohol testing program.
Must be willing and able to respond to after-hour emergency callouts.
Preferred
Experience with installation or maintenance of gas distribution systems.
Direct customer contact experience.
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)
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.
Deadline to Apply: 05/18/26
Accessibility Statement
Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com/ accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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