Substation Electrician or Journeyman Lineman

Northwestern Energy•Billings, MT

8d•$59 - $61•Onsite

About The Position

This regular full-time position constructs and maintains substation electrical equipment. The employee may work independently or with Substation Electricians, Transmission Linemen, Operators, and the Foreman, and may serve temporarily as a Sub-Foreman with added responsibility for supervision, planning, paperwork, and job safety leadership. The posting lists locations in Billings, Montana, and states in the job specifications that the position is in Butte, Montana. The role involves troubleshooting substation electrical systems; installing, maintaining, and repairing equipment; operating heavy equipment; performing steel or aluminum welding; and completing inspection and project documentation. Work may include exposure to mineral oil and PCBs, as well as SF6 gas. The position includes emergency response and leadership responsibilities, on-call and overtime work, planned evening and weekend shifts, and overnight travel of up to 80%. The employee must live within a company-approved area that allows an adequate response to call-outs and emergencies. NorthWestern Energy is a regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota, and Nebraska. The company reports employing more than 1,600 people and serving more than 800,000 customers. The role requires adherence to company safety standards and its Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, reliable and punctual attendance, and successful completion of pre-employment screening, a health history questionnaire, and a physical. The company does not sponsor work visas for this position.

Requirements

Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Qualification as a Journeyman Electrician or Journeyman Lineman.
Valid Commercial Driver's License, or ability to obtain a CDL within six months of hire.
Satisfactory driving record.
Knowledge of applicable codes and safety.
Willingness and readiness to act as a Sub-Foreman or Foreman.
Ability to obtain a crane operator certification.
Ability to understand audible signals and communicate verbally for worksite and emergency safety.
Ability to individually lift and manipulate equipment weighing up to 75 pounds.
Ability to work overtime and on-call shifts, including planned evening and weekend shifts.
Ability to travel overnight up to 80%.
Agreement to reside within a company-approved area for emergency response.
Reliable and punctual attendance.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, background check, health history questionnaire, and pre-employment physical.
Legally authorized to work in the United States; the company does not sponsor work visas.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an accredited electrical or lineman apprenticeship program is preferred.
Steel and aluminum fabrication and welding experience is beneficial.
Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot service issues related to substation electrical systems and install, maintain, and service substation systems and equipment.
Perform rubber gloving to safely work with voltage lines and equipment.
Erect steel to replace or enlarge substation structures.
Install or repair transformers, breakers, re-closers, regulators, airbrake switches, hook-stick disconnects, and other substation equipment.
Use computers and software to document substation inspections and other work-related paperwork.
Operate heavy equipment, including digger/derrick trucks, cranes, skid-steer loaders, forklifts, backhoes, and bucket trucks.
Sample, process, and clean up electrical equipment mineral oil, which may include PCBs, and work with SF6 gas used in substation equipment.
Work overtime, participate in on-call coverage, and work planned evening and weekend shifts, particularly in response to acute service needs.
Assume a leadership role during emergency situations.
Provide education and assistance to electrician staff at privately operated substations supported by NorthWestern Energy.
Act as a Sub-Foreman as needed, oversee individuals at the worksite, and be willing to act as a Sub-Foreman or Foreman.
Complete project planning and completion documentation.
Drive to installation locations and adapt to technological changes as 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 with snow removal to maintain access within substation facilities.
Shovel dirt to backfill trenches for cable conduits.
Adhere to NorthWestern Energy safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, and ensure actions align with company values, mission, and strategic business objectives.
Maintain reliable and punctual attendance.
Live within a company-approved area that allows an adequate response to customer call-outs and emergencies.

Benefits

401(k) with up to a 4% company match and up to a 7% non-elective company contribution.
Tuition reimbursement.
Paid time off starting on the first day of employment.
11 paid holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Paid bereavement leave.
Company-paid life insurance, with additional coverage options.
Employee assistance and well-being programs.
Paid volunteer opportunities.
Training and development programs.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and eligible dependents.
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) benefits.
Performance-based wage increases and incentive opportunities.