Distribution Pipeline Welder (UN244)

Job Specifications

Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800+ communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today-for our customers, communities and each other.

Position summary:

Provide leadership in developing technical and mechanical skills of assigned crew in the installation and maintenance of the gas distribution system, in a competent manner, to ensure customer confidence, satisfaction and safety. Train employees to improve performance; resolve complex problems requiring advanced skills and knowledge.

Pay Range: $35.79 - $44.74 (Determined by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement)

Reporting Relationship: Field Operations Supervisor

Location: Lincoln, Nebraska

Essential Functions:
* Schedule, perform and coordinate welding related installation and maintenance of the gas distribution system in a safe and efficient manner to comply with current company policies and procedures.
* Follow and promote company safety policy and supports training procedures for safe work and driving habits to ensure customer and employee safety.
* Contribute to department safety training.
* Encourage completion of recordkeeping associated with construction and maintenance operations to ensure that work done is accounted for properly and that accurate up-to-date records are maintained for future reference.
* Resolve customer complaints within company policy to ensure customer satisfaction, maintains and promotes good customer relations through effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Responsibilities:
* Perform other related tasks as apparent or assigned, including but not limited to peak shaving plant operation, line locating, stopping and tapping, customer piping, meter reading, chart changing, lighting appliances, leak investigation and pinpointing, plastic fusion, meter and regulator installations, operation and maintenance of odorant equipment and maintenance of facilities, to ensure efficient operation of the work unit.
* Read literature and maintain literature library, attend seminars and training on new equipment and technological applications to maintain and apply technical skill knowledge.

What Is Required:
* Associate's Degree Must have completed a two-year associates degree of applied science, welding technology or equivalent welding experience
* Must have 6 months of related experience
* API 1104.
* Internal required welding certification within 180 Days.

What Is Desired:
* Demonstrate high-level welding skills in the fabrication of materials required for the installation and maintenance of the gas distribution system and facilities.
* Employee must successfully demonstrate relevant competencies through assessment methods as determined by the Human Resources department.
* Must be thoroughly familiar with Company Operations Procedures, Emergency Procedures, and State and Federal Codes as they apply to the work.
* Thorough working knowledge of company safety procedures, practices and policies.
* Must be able to schedule and coordinate work activity.
* Must have the ability to work with and provide leadership to assigned personnel.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with employees and conduct field and classroom technical training.
* Must have positive customer relations orientation including the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person, by telephone, and in writing.

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

About our Company: We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package! Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. If there is anything that may show up in these reports that may conflict with the position requirements, feel free to contact the Black Hills Energy recruiting team at jobs@blackhillscorp.com.

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information.