Temporary Machine Operator Jobs in Cottage Grove, MN

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Weanticipatean opening for one or more Operator Repairman for the Black Dog Plantlocatedin Burnsville, MN. The base rate of pay for this classification will be $59.78. The position will be posted for 10 Working Days from September 4, 2026,to September 18, 2026.

Position Summary

Operator Repairman must have a general knowledge of the total plant equipment, procedures, and operations. The Operator Repairman must have specificexpertisefor the operation of plant systems.

Essential Functions:

1. Performs all the functions trained and qualified for.

2. As provided by the training and qualification program, must have full knowledge of operation of CT's, HRSG, steam turbines, and auxiliary power plant equipment, and shall have the fundamental knowledge of electrical theory along with full knowledge of generator synchronization, excitation, voltage and load control, main and auxiliary transformer operation, and station and transmission switching.

3.Operates, monitors, inspects, andmaintainsboilers, turbines, condensers, generators and plant auxiliary equipment and systems as assigned including water treatment systems and chemical additions as needed. Performs startups, shutdowns, equipmenttestsand operating adjustments.

4. Monitors and recordsoperating ofequipment. Recognizes abnormal equipment performance and takes corrective action. Reports problems and initiates trouble reports.

5. Responds to plant emergencies, unit upsets, and changing operating conditions. Must evaluate system condition andinitiatecorrective action. Coordinates actions and implements instructions from Management.

6. Uses computer to generate Transmission Work Requests, Plant Event Reports and similar.

7. Switches voltages through 230 kilovolts.

8.Change outbrushes on generator.

9. Implements/issuesequipment clearances in preparation for inspection, testing, or maintenance. On return of clearance,inspectsandreturnsequipment to normal operation. Follows prescribed clearance procedures andassistswith development of new procedures as needed.

10.Comply withapplicable Company,OSHAand other governmental regulations. Understands andcomplies withall pertinent safety and environmental permit requirements and/or regulations.

11. Understands and safely uses hand tools, shop tools, and other power tools.

12. Capable of understanding MSDS, confined space requirements, hot work, etc.

13. Completes work orders. Completes all job paperwork including log sheets, records of parts used and work completed.

14. Contributes to annual budget cycle for operations area.

15.Participateswith plant management in daily and outage work planning, scheduling, and prioritization.

16. Assists with on-the-job training for others, and participation in development, writing and documenting work-related practices and procedures.

17. Must have the ability to make quick and sound decisions in any plant emergency.

18. Must have the ability to read and understand onelineelectrical, plant flow diagrams, blueprints, equipment drawings, diagrams, and manuals.

19. Must have the ability to intelligently communicate with plant personnel both verbally and in writing along with taking the necessary readings required by management.

20. Shallparticipatein training andmaintainqualifications of mechanical maintenance skills and abilities equivalent to maintenancerepairmanas outlined in Operator / Repairman.

Required

1. Must have a High School diploma or GED

2. Will berequiredto activelyparticipatein training and retraining programsestablishedfor this position asdeterminedby management, including assisting with training and qualifying of other personnel.

3. Willbe requiredto have full knowledge of plant operating procedures and equipment including pollution control equipment.

4. Will berequiredto direct other operating classifications in the performance of their duties.

5. Will berequiredto function under written plantoperatingand maintenance procedures asappropriate,assistin their preparation and document records as required by management.

6. Will berequiredto perform duties whennecessaryfrom scaffoldings and catwalks in high and confined areas.

7. May berequiredto accept temporary assignments as an Operator/Repairman.

8. Mustdemonstrateand maintainproficiency.

9. Will berequiredtodemonstrateproficiencythrough periodic on-the-job assessments and evaluations.

10. Mustpossessa Minnesota State First Class Grade ""A"" License at the time of assignment and will berequired to secure a Minnesota State Chief Class Grade ""A""within two years.

11. Mustpossessand maintain training and qualification in mechanical maintenance skills and abilities equivalent to maintenancerepairman.

NOTE: The above list is notall-inclusive. Other Operation or Repairmen job duties or requirements may berequired, as managementdeemsnecessary.

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.

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BargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $59.78 per hourThis 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)

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Deadline to Apply: 09/18/26

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