Facilities Serviceperson - Newport Service Center - Newport, 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 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 Apply: 09/17/26 EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF) All Xcel Energy employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices, recognizing that cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility. ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT Xcel Energy endeavors to make 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 . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.