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NORTHWESTERN ENERGY Machine Operator (Pre-Apprentice Gasman) in BOZEMAN, Montana
QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Ability to demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
- Valid Commercial Drivers License and satisfactory driving record
- Ability to operate equipment such as: backhoes, loaders, excavators, trenchers, hydraulic booms (excluding cranes), compressors and other medium duty equipment
- First Aid/CPR Certification
- Knowledge of applicable codes and safety policies/procedures
- Looking for candidates with interest/aptitude potential to move into apprenticeship
- Continued employment dependent upon overall performance and success in moving into the apprenticeship program
- Selection into an apprenticeship will require the successful candidate to agree to live within an area approved by the company that allows for adequate response to our customers in call out and emergency situations
- Ability to work overtime including call out availability for evening and weekend shifts - especially in response to acute service needs
- Ability to lift and manipulate needed equipment weighing up to 75 pounds
- Ability to pass an employment physical, drug test and background check
- Certification from a qualified pre apprentice training program a plus
DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Communicate verbally and understand audible signals in emergency/safety situations and in general to assist in keeping worksite area safe
- Assist gas crews to install, maintain and service the gas distribution system
- Observe and perform safe practices for operating in the vicinity of electric and natural gas crews
- Organize, restock, and perform basic preventative maintenance on equipment, trucks and shop
- Use hand tools and operate heavy equipment to dig ditches and expose utilities
- Follow directions from crew members
- Work as a team member to safely and efficiently complete work activities
- Use problem-solving skills and initiative to foresee equipment needs of the crew and to identify and alert the crew to potential safety concerns
- Lift, shovel, rake, install wires and pipe, pull and push heavy loads as well as driving large trucks and towing equipment
- 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
Full-time, seasonal position; layoff expected 12/30/2024, subject to recall the following spring.
$38.75 per hour. Benefits include: 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%; healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision; Health Savings Account (HSA); healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA); Employee Assistance Programs; Life Insurance; paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays.
Open until filled.