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

In partnership with UAS Program Manager, develop new routine UAS use cases and assist with obtaining sustainable integration that aligns with the corporate program strategy. Contribute to the overall development and expansion of the corporate UAS program. Maintain and track success metrics; coordinate and communicate across multiple business units. This position will require UAV mission execution and airspace evaluations. Develop & provide professional UAS training across the Company/Enterprise in coordination with other apprenticeship programs within the regions as needed. Develop evaluation methods and collect and analyze feedback for program improvements.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of UAS general operations manual, operational procedures and practices for Xcel Energy employees. Provide oversight and work direction for employees to maintain UAS commercial license support, continuous improvement of field staff to meet/exceed organizational goals.

• Design and maintain effective methods and perform evaluations of overall effectiveness, cost benefit and ultimate bottom line impact of the program expansion and any training/consulting product or service provided. Perform technical and process improvement consulting.

• Develop and implement systematic approach to provide enterprise UAS training and sustainment requirements to business areas across operations and adhere to records management requirements. Partner with internal training organizations and other stakeholders as needed. Design and develop skills enhancement strategies and practices to support continuous improvement of personnel necessary to meet/exceed business and organizational goals and to be successful in meeting industry and competitive challenges.

• Perform UAS Operations in compliance with all Local, State and Federal Rules and Regulations. Consult with customer to identify business needs and objectives. Provide customer resources and direction for all training services, mission execution, products and programs.

• Fully utilize business processes (scorecard, marketing strategies, training, etc.) and project management to drive program expansion and sustainment.

• Manage special projects that facilitate expansion, adoption, and sustainment of the corporate UAS program.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Engineering, Education, or technical field related to the subject(s) in which the individual will provide instruction is preferred, or a combination of education and 3 years of experience providing equivalent knowledge (specialized trade school, instructor certification, military training, commercial UAS operations, GIS.

• Utility experience.

• Valid United States Passport and FAA UAS Remote Pilot in Command license.

• GIS experience and private pilot license or other pilot experience preferred.

• Three years of training experience or equivalent technical work experience related to subject area of instruction.

• Strong communication and presentation skills are required.

• Demonstrated knowledge and application of adult learning principles.

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to effectively use Microsoft Office applications.

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].

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $69,700.00 to $99,100.00 per year

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, 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), 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.

Deadline to Apply: 12/16/24

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