Power Plant Chemistry Technician Trainee - Brush, CO

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.

Position Summary

This position provides professional chemistry support for operational, environmental, and analytical programs within assigned facilities or functional areas. The position will be on site in Brush, CO.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support related to chemistry programs, operational processes, or compliance activities.
• Monitor and review system performance, identify potential issues, and support corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to address operational, regulatory, or project-related needs.
• Support data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform decision-making.
• Participate in activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support plant objectives.

Work Environment

• Work is performed within active power generation facilities, including boiler units, cooling water systems, treatment buildings, and outlying plant structures. The environment includes elevated noise levels from large-scale operating equipment such as pumps, fans, compressors, and turbines, with designated areas requiring hearing protection.
• Responsibilities involve working in proximity to industrial machinery, chemical feed systems, and pressurized equipment across both indoor plant spaces and outdoor process areas subject to temperature extremes and weather conditions. Duties may include navigating stairs, platforms, and remote or confined areas such as outbuildings, water treatment systems, and chemical storage locations.
• Strict adherence to safety protocols and the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when performing work in this industrial environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: 3 years of relevant industrial experience (e.g. power generation, water/wastewater treatment, or oil & gas) or a degree in chemistry or chemical engineering.

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 [email protected].

Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $40.18 per hour

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 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), 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.

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Deadline to Apply: 06/21/26

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