Maintenance Technician , II or Senior

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.

As a Maintenance Technician you will perform mechanical installation and subsequent repair and maintenance of pipelines for natural gas utility.

• Level I: $25.72 - $38.44 per hour
• Level II: $28.75 - $43.17 per hour
• Senior: $32.36 - $48.41 per hour

Gas Operations Supervisor

Lowell, Arkansas

• Responsible for installing, relocating, replacing, maintaining and repairing gas lines.
• Inspect pipeline and structural welding required for construction and maintenance of Company facilities including the installation, operation and maintenance of distribution and transmission facilities.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities.
• Coordinate schedules, safety programs & communications, and assist in qualification evaluation.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Use a variety of hand tools and power tools, including picks, shovels, sharpshooters, pipe wrenches, pipe cutters, bolt cutters, pavement saws, jack hammers, air guns, pipe threaders etc.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle and drive a motor vehicle daily or for extended periods of time.
• Submit to random drug screen pool required for DOT drivers and DOT safety sensitive positions.
• Safety focused work ethic with great work Attitude.

• Achieve and maintain all Operator Qualifications and requirements applicable to the job classification.
• May be required to work non-traditional hours as needed and respond or be on stand-by during non-working hours, especially related to company emergencies. Satisfy Call Out responsibilities.
• Operate a computer, tablet, and cell phone.
• Familiar with the operation and maintenance of equipment in the division.
• Take standby / call out.
• Other duties as assigned.

All Levels:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Driver License, valid and in State/Federal, State or Local certifications where required to perform work. Upon Hire
• Basic knowledge of natural gas operation
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high-pressure systems.
• Ability to work outdoors on a daily basis in all types of weather conditions.
• Knowledge of load sizing for measurement.
• Familiar with basic properties of metals.
• Knowledge of micrometers, calipers, and thickness testing equipment operations.
• General knowledge of regulators and relief valves found on project lines and main lines and general meter sets.
• Ability to become familiar with company policies and practices, and regulatory and tariff requirements.
• Ability to interact positively with customers and respond to customer inquiries.
• Capability to work with a team, take directions from supervisors, keep required job schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to hand dig and expose other utilities.
• Ability to learn to operate and maintain equipment such as a backhoe, trenchers and other digging equipment.
• Ability to run pipeline construction equipment.
• Ability to deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and integrity.
• Maintain regular, diligent attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
• Ability to work from written and verbal instructions.
• Basic math and digital literacy.
• Ability to lead and interpret job related blueprints and diagrams.
• Job planning and prioritizing.
• This position requires driving responsibilities. You must hold and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company and insurer standards.

Level I:

• No industry experience required. Training provided.
• Class A CDL License within 180 Days.
• Complete cohort training within first 6 months.
• Ability to obtain PE Fusion Certification.

Level II:

• Minimum of 2 years of utility and/or construction experience.
• Class A CDL License upon hire.
• SCBA Certified upon hire.
• PE Fusion upon hire.
• Heavy Equipment Operator upon hire.

Senior:

• Minimum of 4 years of utility and/or construction experience.
• Class A CDL License upon hire.
• SCBA Certified upon hire.
• PE Fusion upon hire.
• Heavy Equipment Operator upon hire.
• Ability to obtain and maintain inspector/joiner certification.
• Advanced knowledge of natural gas operations.

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…