[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Xcel Energy jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Xcel Energy · Minneapolis, MN # Operations Specialist Minneapolis, MN, US Hybrid $22.40 to $31.40 per hour Operations Listed on Xcel Energy’s official careers site. Posted October 12, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Xcel Energy’s careers site →](https://jobs.xcelenergy.com/operations-specialist/job/4E28DB4C82B2FCDDA34E2F1EB1E62E9E) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Xcel Energy](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/) / Operations Specialist ## Job description Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) is a leading energy provider and Fortune 500 company, dedicated to serving millions of electricity and natural gas customers across eight states: Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico and Texas. We make energy work better for our customers, helping them thrive every day. That means always raising the bar - delivering better service and providing more reliable, resilient, and sustainable energy. Xcel Energy is a place where you’ll have opportunities to grow, expand your skills, and help lead the clean energy transition. We offer meaningful rewards, recognition, and support to help you build your career and make an impact - both on the job and beyond. Most importantly, it means you’ll be joining a company that knows employees are the driving force behind its success and is committed to helping you be your best. Xcel Energy supports a hybrid work model to enable collaboration and flexibility. Many roles are expected to work onsite three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday); however, work location expectations vary based on role, team, and business needs. ### Position Summary Standard Operations Position. Perform a wide range of field work support activities, including the processing of completed work orders. Perform administrative support functions such as data entry, time reporting reconciliation, expense reporting, customer service, and general office management. Ensure a high level of accuracy within all operating systems to support data integrity and process adherence. ### Essential Responsibilities Field Work Support: Receive and complete job closeout of all work packets within various systems. Assess and monitor requirements for job closure. Analyze reports to verify labor and equipment charged to each work, job, trouble and miscellaneous order. ### Time and Expense Reporting Understand procedures and rules associated with time and expense reporting for union/non-union employees. Conduct periodic reviews of time reports and expenses to ensure report integrity and accuracy. Maintain proficiency in required timekeeping systems. ### Office Management and Customer Service Support Coordinate and initiate individual and group meetings as well as travel arrangements for the field operations department. Arrange schedules for management staff. Order office supplies and maintain equipment as needed. Greet and direct customers and answer phones. Serve as primary on-site contact for contractors and vendors where appropriate. ### Data Entry and Maintenance Perform data entry and copying of drawings and forms. Assist as needed with record and document management functions including filing, record retention, and archiving and storing documentation associated with work orders once closed. Support KPI tracking and reporting. ### Compliance Auditing Assist with audits as well as Finance, Engineering and Field Operations activities related to compliance with internal business rules as well as state and regulatory requirements. Produce required compliance reports. ### Safety Support Assist in the tracking of safety training completion. Ensure safety verifications on equipment is complete. Order and manage safety equipment and supplies. Organize block training events, safety celebrations and meetings. ### Emergency Assistance Provide assistance during emergency operations. ### Minimum Requirements High School diploma or GED and 3 years field related experience OR an Associate or Bachelor's Degree with 1 year of relevant experience in construction, office management, administrative support, project management/coordination, or customer service. Utility experience preferred. Requires a broad knowledge of department operations and policies. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications and work management database applications Our culture is grounded in shared values and employee commitments that guide how we work, support one another, and grow together. Our Values Connected, Committed, Trustworthy, Safe Our Employee Commitments Work that makes a difference A team you can count of Opportunities to grow Rewards that help you thrive Xcel Energy provides job applicants reasonable accommodations for disabilities throughout the application process. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form. Non-Bargaining The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $22.40 to $31.40 per hour This position is eligible for the following benefits: Spot On Bonus, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, 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, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave 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 10/22/26 EEO is the Law (PDF) | Equal Opportunity Statement (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 [https://www.xcelenergy.com](https://www.xcelenergy.com) and [https://jobs.xcelenergy.com](https://jobs.xcelenergy.com) accessible to any and all users. For any other application related questions, including application follow-ups or technical issues, please use our Recruiting Assistance, Electra, for assistance. Electra can be found in the lower right-hand corner of our Xcel Energy Careers site. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 12, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 18, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 6 days - Location: Minneapolis, MN, US - Work arrangement: Hybrid - Pay: $22.40 to $31.40 per hour[Apply on Xcel Energy’s careers site →](https://jobs.xcelenergy.com/operations-specialist/job/4E28DB4C82B2FCDDA34E2F1EB1E62E9E) ## More jobs at Xcel Energy ### [Fleet Warranty Program Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/d4792c69c8bb3f7011f3/) Minneapolis, MN, US ### [Troubleman - Minneapolis, MN](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/e1334ce9452fac84b65c/) Minneapolis, MN, US ### [Area Engineering Electric Distribution Intern- CO](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/b960aa880339d09cc4d0/) Denver, CO, United States of America ### [Asset Strategy & Budget Integration Intern- CO](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/389b515ca3da882bae6c/) Henderson, CO, United States of America ### [Associate Sourcing Project Specialist / Sourcing Project Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/0b97c7ed8d9a7e93efa5/) Welch, MN, US +2 more ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Principal Network Operations Engineer / IT Operations Specialist (US)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/td-bank-group/jobs/7046ef8aa3f9b051b939/) TD Bank Group · Mount Laurel, New Jersey ### [Operations Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/99c12554081f66d51634/) Lockheed Martin · Orlando, FL ### [Operations Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/equity-residential/jobs/726309836c7d58ba1c89/) Equity Residential · Durham, NC ### [(USA) Operations Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/walmart/jobs/272acf9dff48977a5f7e/) Walmart · United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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