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[Apply on Xcel Energy’s careers site →](https://jobs.xcelenergy.com/instrument-and-control-technician-aurora-co/job/2C8E5DDBB59C3D9B6BAA3685C7237D9A) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Xcel Energy](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/) / Instrument and Control Technician - Aurora, CO ## 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 has an Instrument & Control Tech TA position open for our Aurora, CO location. ### Position Summary Perform installation, maintenance, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, configuration and repair of power plant instrumentation and process control systems, including CEMS. Perform testing required by Plant Operation, regulatory requirements; review, prepare and submit records in support of these activities. Specify and initiate purchase requisitions in support of the above. Maintain accurate records. Perform equipment and/or system upgrades with latest technology for plant optimization. Train apprentices. ### Minimum Requirements High school diploma or GED. Two-year certificate from vocational technical institute in electronics or instrumentation, or company approved equivalent training and/or experience. Must have NICET Level II or company approved equivalent certification. Two or more years troubleshooting and repairs to the component level of electronic/industrial instrumentation desired. Four or more years previous power plant instrumentation or equivalent experience required. Must have completed the approved apprenticeship training or company approved equivalent. ### Special Requirements Scheduled and emergency overtime is required. Must possess the skills needed to respond to back shift callout for unsupervised work. Traveling to other sites may be required. Skills assessment may be required during the interview process. 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. Bargaining The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $64.69 per hour This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 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), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Vacation, Holidays, Personal Leave, 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 11/11/26 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 28, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Nov 1, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 1, 2026 - Listed for: 4 days - Location: Aurora, CO, US - Pay: $64.69 per hour[Apply on Xcel Energy’s careers site →](https://jobs.xcelenergy.com/instrument-and-control-technician-aurora-co/job/2C8E5DDBB59C3D9B6BAA3685C7237D9A) ## Hiring at Xcel Energy - Open jobs: 125 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Jul 11, 2026 [All Xcel Energy jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at Xcel Energy ### [Apprentice Cable Splicer Mechanic - St. Paul, MN](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/4b026caab5bbc552b586/) St Paul, MN, United States of America ### [Fleet Mechanic - Denver, CO](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/215e6d7855f57b2973ea/) Denver, CO, US ### [Gas Service Technician Apprentice - Eau Claire, WI](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/25d0708ea164c1736557/) Eau Claire, WI, United States of America ### [Mechanic Specialist - Aurora, CO](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/2a4dd5099988b5fd3854/) Aurora, CO, United States of America ### [Plant Electrician Specialist - Keenesburg, CO](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/c82dfc2a2ebf12c71be7/) Keenesburg, CO, United States of America ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Security Installation Technician - Aurora, IL](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nrg-energy/jobs/23765ad9df632f421e3a/) NRG Energy · Aurora, IL ### [Avionics Instrument Technician - 2nd Shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/5f0a6815b5214a0b7255/) Lockheed Martin · Edwards AFB, CA ### [Branch Manager - Aurora, Naperville - Aurora, IL](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/8f6f6efbef98df4fc1ee/) JPMorganChase · Aurora, IL, United States ### [Private Client Banker - Aurora - Aurora, OH](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/1f14dae9924033970444/) JPMorganChase · Aurora, OH, United States ### [Instrument and Control Technician](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vale/jobs/2aa062f660b23783afe9/) Vale · Sudbury, On, CA OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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