Distribution Ops Coordinator - Minneapolis, MN

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 Distribution Operations Coordinator to be located at the Marshall Operations Center in Minneapolis, MN. The starting rate of pay for this position is $32.96 hourly. The position will be posted for 10 Working Days from August 22, 2025, to September 5, 2025.

Position Summary

Responsible for the scheduling, coordination and writing of switching procedures for electric distribution outages. This position provides support to the Distribution Control Centers, the construction and maintenance departments with Xcel Energy. Also supports external customers with the planning, coordination and preparation of outages to the electric delivery system.

Job Responsibilities

This list is not all-inclusive or exclusive, with the flexibility to review new technologies introduced into the distribution system.

- Writing switch plans

- Reporting

- Filing Documents

- Operator scheduling

- Coordinate the execution and documentation of work

- Request WO#

- Outage call campaign

- Submit mapping corrections

Qualifications

- High school diploma or equivalent

- Two-year technical degree in electricity or equivalent combination of education and experience

- Must have working knowledge of all distribution construction, maintenance, and operating phases.

- Demonstrated ability to interpret and revise distribution maps, substation, and customer Switchgear diagrams.

- Ability to successfully work with customers on a wide range of concerns.

- Must be self-motivated and possess a positive attitude.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

- Previous experience as a Troubleman, Lineman and/or first responder is desired.

- Demonstrated commitment to work productively and safely.

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: $32.96 to $39.13 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: 09/05/25

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