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NorthWestern Energy Substation Electrician or Journeyman Lineman in Billings, Montana
53.76-56.18 per hour | 06-Jul-2023 to 02-Oct-2024 (MST) | Billings, MT, USA | Hourly | Transmission | Regular Full Time
Substation Electrician or Journeyman Lineman
Work Location : Billings, MT
Pay range : Journeyman Lineman Union Rate $56.18. Substation Electrician Union Rate $53.76
Employment Status: Regular Full-time
External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com
Internal candidates apply through iConnect (https://iconnect.nwe.northwesternenergy.com/Employee-Portal/?m) .
About this position:
The Substation Electrician or Journeyman Lineman constructs and maintains substation electrical equipment. They work individually and/or closely with Substation Electricians, Lineman Transmission, Operators, and the Foreman. They may be required to function short-term as a Sub-Foreman with increased responsibilities for supervision, planning, completion of paperwork, and taking the lead for job safety.
We offer great benefits:
NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ 1,500 amazing people and serve 753,600 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:
401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
Paid parental leave
Paid bereavement leave
Paid training opportunities
Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays
Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.
About this job:
Understand audible signals and communicate verbally in order to maintain safety on worksite and during emergency situations
Troubleshoot service issues related to substation electric systems and install, maintain, and service substation electrical systems and equipment
Perform rubber gloving to safely work with low-voltage lines and equipment
Erect steel to replace or increase size of substation structures as needed
Install or repair transformers, breakers, re-closers, regulators, airbreak switches, hook-stick disconnects, and other substation equipment
Utilize computers and software programs to document substations inspection results
Operate heavy equipment including digger/derrick, cranes, skidsteers, forklifts, backhoes and bucket trucks
Electrical equipment mineral oil sampling, processing and clean up which may include Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs)
Work with SF6 gas used in electrical substation equipment
Work overtime including participating in on-call as well as planned evening and weekend shifts; especially in response to acute service needs
Assume leadership role in response to emergency situations
Provide education and assistance to the electrician staff at those privately operated substations supported by NorthWestern Energy
Act as a Sub-Foreman as needed
Complete all documentation for project planning and completion
Oversee all individuals within the worksite
Must be able to individually lift and manipulate needed equipment weighing up to 75 pounds
You must agree to live within an area approved by the company that allows for adequate response to our customers in call out and emergency situations
Overnight travel up to 80%
Drive to installation locations
Adapt to technological changes as they are implemented
Perform steel or aluminum welding as part of assembling substation steel structures and bus
Assist in patrolling and maintaining facilities and lines
Organize equipment and perform regular and preventative maintenance
Assist in snow removal to maintain access within substation facilities
Shovel dirt to back fill trenches for cable conduits
Steel and Aluminum fabrication and welding experience is beneficial
Ability to obtain a crane operator certification
All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
High school diploma or equivalent
Journeyman Electrician or Journeyman Lineman
Valid Commercial Driver's License or the ability to obtain a CDL with 6 months of hire and satisfactory driving record
Knowledge of applicable codes and safety
Must be ready and willing to act as a sub-foreman or foreman
Requisition #4064
Posting Dates: September 18, 2024 through October 2, 2024
Department/Division: Transmission - Substations
Employment Physical: Required
Drug Test: Required
Background Check: Required
Relocation Benefit: Negotiable
Telecommuting: None
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at job.inquiries@northwestern.com