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Xcel Energy

Facilities Serviceperson - Newport Service Center - Newport, MN

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A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.

$41,062 / year median in Minnesota

+3% projected growth

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Facilities Serviceperson
  • Newport Service Center
  • Newport, MN Xcel Energy
  • 3.
5 Newport, MN Job Details $28.03 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Dependent care reimbursement Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Gym membership Life insurance Qualifications Sweeping Snow removal Grounds maintenance and landscaping equipment operation Maintenance repair procedures Equipment repair Mechanical repair Moving Lift truck Minor facility damage repair High school diploma or GED Driver's License Maintenance task scheduling Event audio-visual coordination Cleaning Computer skills Power tools Event setup Hand tools Light bulb replacement Full Job Description 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 Facilities Serviceperson to be located at Newport Service Center in Newport, MN. The starting rate of pay for this position is $28.03. This job will be posted for 10 working days from September 3, 2026, to September 17, 2026. Summary Perform minor building maintenance and repairs, furniture and furniture systems, grounds keeping duties, snow removal, some cleaning and sweeping, setting up conference rooms and audio/visual equipment, and changing light bulbs. The working hours are Monday through Friday 06:00am to 2:30pm . May require travel to other sites within the Metro East region. Minimum Qualifications 1) Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. 2) Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and written form and have computer skills to schedule work via facilities services work order request system. 3) Must have high mechanical aptitude. 4) Must be available for emergency call-out for overtime assignments. 5) Must have a working knowledge of hand tools and small hand-held power tools. 6) Must have valid Minnesota Driver's License. 7) Must be able to perform work from ladders, scaffolding and in high and confined areas. 8) Must be able to lift 60 pounds safely. 9) Will be required to obtain a forklift certification. 10) Must be able to perform duties such as: changing light bulbs, perform minor building maintenance and repair tasks, moving and repair of furniture and furniture systems, grounds keeping duties, dock operations, delivery duties and cleaning tasks. 11) Must be able to operate a power sweeper, snow blower and lawn maintenance equipment. 12) Must have two (2) years of formal education in commercial building maintenance or equivalent experience. 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 . Bargaining The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $28.03 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
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