Substation Electrician or Journeyman Lineman

Northwestern Energy • Butte, MT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Substation Electrician or Substation 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.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• Steel and Aluminum fabrication and welding experience is beneficial
• Ability to obtain a crane operator certification
• Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus

Responsibilities

• 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/or test equipment to test transformers, breakers, 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
• The ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position, consistent with applicable laws and reasonable accommodation requirements
• 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

Benefits

• 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 health)
• Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Competitive pay
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED