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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
Provide professional safety/technical training consulting across the Company/Enterprise. Utilize systematic approaches to training to develop and maintain training materials. Design evaluation instruments and analyze trainee and stakeholder feedback for program improvements. Position may require extended periods of time at the customer site. Manage training programs. Coordinate apprenticeship programs within regions.
Essential Responsibilities
- Utilize systematic approach to training to deliver effective training, and adhere to records management requirements. 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.
- Provide oversight and work direction for apprenticeship programs, continuing technical training, and instructional staff. Support continuous improvement of field staff to meet/exceed organizational goals.
- Fully utilize business processes (scorecard, marketing strategies, manufacturing-analysis, design, development, delivery and evaluation) and project management in implementing training.
- Consult with customer to identify business needs and objectives. Provide customer contact for all training services, products and programs.
- Design and maintain effective testing instruments and perform statistical analysis to quantitatively and qualitatively evaluate overall effectiveness, cost benefit and ultimate bottom line impact of the training/consulting product or service provided.
- Perform technical and process improvement consulting.
- Meet continuing technical and instructional requirements by adhering to Training Process Procedures.
- Coordinate and facilitate special projects.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree 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 experience providing equivalent knowledge (specialized trade school, instructor certification, military training, journeyman training) is required.
- Five 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.
Preferred Requirements
- Experience working in a LNG Plant.
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.
Non-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $84,900.00 to $120,566.66 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.
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: 05/10/26
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/ accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Technical Instructor
Verify your SOC code before applying
Technical Instructor roles map to multiple SOC codes depending on the setting. Pull the O*NET profile for your specific role to confirm the correct occupational classification before your employer files the LCA.
Target employers with dedicated training functions
Enterprise software companies, defense contractors, and healthcare systems maintain in-house training departments that file H-1B petitions regularly. These employers are more likely to have an established sponsorship process than smaller training firms.
Search H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Technical Instructor jobs by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. This surfaces companies that have already cleared DOL certification for this role type, cutting out guesswork on employer willingness.
Document your specialized subject matter credentials
USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation claims for instructor roles. Compile transcripts, certifications, and syllabi that show your degree field directly maps to the technical content you teach, not just general instructional experience.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier with the OFLC Wage Search
Instructor roles span wage levels one through four depending on supervisory duties and curriculum complexity. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your job title and work location before negotiating your offer to confirm the LCA wage floor.
Clarify travel requirements before your I-129 is filed
Technical Instructors frequently work at client sites or multiple campuses. If your role involves worksite placements outside the primary employer location, the I-129 must list each worksite or your employer needs separate LCA coverage for those locations.
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Find Technical Instructor JobsTechnical Instructor H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Technical Instructor role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but USCIS evaluates each petition individually. The role must normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field related to the instruction, not just any degree. Roles teaching specialized technical subjects like cybersecurity, software development, or engineering typically qualify more clearly than general corporate training positions.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Technical Instructor positions?
Sponsors tend to be enterprise software companies, defense and aerospace contractors, healthcare systems with large staff training programs, and accredited colleges or universities. Migrate Mate lets you filter Technical Instructor openings by verified LCA filing history so you can focus your search on employers that have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor.
How does the H-1B cap affect Technical Instructor hiring timelines?
Most private-sector Technical Instructor roles are subject to the annual H-1B cap and lottery. USCIS accepts registrations in March for an October 1 start date. If your role is at a nonprofit educational institution or government research organization, it may qualify as cap-exempt, allowing filing at any time of year.
Can my employer place me at multiple client training sites on one H-1B?
Yes, but the employer must file a separate LCA for each physical worksite where you work for more than 40 hours in a year or where you're assigned for more than 30 consecutive days. Short-term placements under those thresholds may qualify for a short-term placement exception, but your employer should confirm coverage before each assignment.
What documentation should I prepare to support the specialty occupation determination?
Gather your academic transcripts showing a degree in the technical field you teach, any industry certifications, course materials or syllabi you've developed, and evidence that the employer's job description requires your specific degree. A clear connection between your field of study and the technical content of the instruction strengthens the specialty occupation argument in the USCIS petition.
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