Supervisor, Field Operations I/II- Construction

Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. • Yakima, WA

2d • $84,460 - $121,390

About The Position

Provides effective leadership and supervision for a workforce performing natural gas utility service and/or construction, maintenance, and repair work, including emergency response and restoration activities. Supervises employees performing project management and coordination duties. Manages the department and workforce while focusing on compliance with company policies and federal and state requirements and providing safe, reliable service to customers. Safety is the top priority in day-to-day work for the supervisor and others.

Two levels are listed. Supervisor, Field Operations I requires working knowledge of energy operations typically acquired through an associate degree with a strong technical emphasis or equivalent experience, plus three years of experience in natural gas and/or electric utility operations or related experience. The posted salary range is $84,460–$105,570.

Supervisor, Field Operations II requires working knowledge of energy operations typically acquired through a bachelor's degree in engineering, project or business management, or a related field, or equivalent experience. It also requires five years of progressively responsible experience in natural gas and/or electric utility operations, including two years of supervisory or equivalent related leadership experience. The posted salary range is $97,110–$121,390.

The role requires a valid driver's license, minimal travel of up to 10%, and legal authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship is not considered. Employment is subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks. The employee must take necessary measures to protect networks, devices, programs, and data from cyberattack, damage, or unauthorized access. The application deadline is November 22, 2026.

Requirements

• Supervisor, Field Operations I: working knowledge of energy operations typically acquired through an associate degree with a strong technical emphasis, or equivalent experience.
• Supervisor, Field Operations I: three years of experience in natural gas and/or electric utility operations or related experience.
• Supervisor, Field Operations II: working knowledge of energy operations typically acquired through a bachelor's degree in engineering, project or business management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Supervisor, Field Operations II: five years of progressively responsible experience in natural gas and/or electric utility operations, including two years of supervisory or equivalent related leadership experience.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not considered.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license.
• Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
• Must take necessary measures to protect networks, devices, programs, and data from cyberattack, damage, or unauthorized access.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise employees to promote workplace safety and productivity, foster teamwork, and ensure compliance with departmental operational safety and environmental policies, procedures, practices, and federal and state requirements.
• Provide work direction and resources; manage performance and productivity; support employee development; and lead department efficiency and improvement efforts.
• Provide training and evaluations, maintain documentation, and participate in employee testing to ensure qualifications for covered tasks and associated work remain current.
• Ensure excellent customer service for external customers and developers by coordinating projects and resolving requests and complaints.
• Perform other tasks and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance options
• Dental insurance options
• Vision insurance options
• Life insurance options
• 401(k) plan with company match opportunity and an additional retirement contribution
• Eight hours of vacation leave per month for new full-time employees
• Eleven paid holidays throughout the calendar year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree