Garage Mechanic Rotating - St Paul Service Center - Maplewood, MN

Xcel Energy Services Inc

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St Paul, MN, 55117 Until 10/6/2026 5+ years exp First posted August 7, 2026 Last posted August 7, 2026
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 Rotating Garage Mechanic(s) to be located at the Saint Paul Service Center in Maplewood, MN. The starting rate of pay for this position will be $52.93 hourly. This position will be posted for 10 working days from August 7, 2026, to August 20, 2026. 

 

Summary: 

Inspect, service, repair and maintain vehicles, trailers, aerial devices and power-operated equipment.  Work may be performed primarily in company service garages as well as occasional job site field work.  Individual(s) selected must be able to work in a team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision.  Individual must be highly motivated, customer service driven, detail oriented and quality focused. Position will involve frequent lifting in excess of 50 pounds, as well as prolonged standing.   The ability to inspect, service and diagnose as well as properly make minor and major repairs to electrical, hydraulic, air conditioning, gasoline and diesel systems are key success factors for this position.  This position will work a Monday through Friday schedule, 8 hours per day, 6:30am to 3:00pm. 

 

Required Qualifications: 

  • High school diploma or GED. 

  • An accredited journeyman with a minimum of five years verifiable experience in the automotive/truck field is required. 

  • A two year technical, vocational or trade school diploma or degree in automotive, truck, and/or heavy equipment service repair and maintenance is desired. 

  • Must either currently possess or be able to obtain a Minnesota Annual Vehicle Inspectors certification.  

  • Must meet driver qualification requirements as specified in FMCSR Parts 382 and 391 including the possession of a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A or obtain within 6 months of hire, as well as Drug/Alcohol testing as required by the DOT 

  • Applicant must have the ability to read and understand the English language, perform basic mathematics and possess basic computer skills. 

  • Furnish own tools, standard and metric in accordance with the Dept tool list. 

  • A high awareness of safety and compliance with company safety rules is required at all times
     

  • Frequent lifting in excess of 50 pounds, as well as prolonged standing or driving.

Special Requirements:  

  • Fluid Power Society and/or ASE certifications desired. 

  • Must be highly organized and detail-oriented, with excellent written and verbal communications. 

  • Provide consistent quality customer satisfaction. 

  • Must maintain a high level and awareness of safety, with a demonstrated commitment to working safely and effectively. 

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: $52.93 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: 08/20/26

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About this role

Summary

Inspect, service, repair vehicles and equipment, perform diagnostics, safety compliance, and maintenance.

Job title

Garage Mechanic Rotating

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

energy

Location requirements

St Paul, MN; on-site work only

Salary

The starting rate of pay for this position will be $52.93 hourly.

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

high school diplomaverifiable automotive/truck experiencedriver licensebasic mathbasic computer skills

Preferred skills

fluid power societyASE certifications

Specializations

vehicle repairhydraulic systemselectrical systemsdiesel systemsair conditioning
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

St Paul, MN, USA

On-site City