Apprentice Fitter Service/Welder (UN111)

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.

Position summary:

A Gas Apprentice Fitter Serviceman/Welder is an employee in a three-year training program which leads to classification as a Gas Fitter Serviceman/Welder once training is completed. The purpose of the Gas Fitter Serviceman/Welder position is to construct, install, maintain and perform inspections on natural gas mains, services, regulators, regulator stations, commercial and residential meters. The position is also required to maintain applicable welding certifications/operator qualifications and weld on pressurized and non-pressurized natural gas pipeline facilities.

Pay Range: $37.52 - $50.02 per hour (Determined by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement)

Reporting Relationship: Gas Operations Supervisor

Location: Cheyenne, WY

Essential Functions:
* Responsible for installing, hot tapping, stopping, mapping, relocating, replacing, maintaining, and repairing gas lines. Operate mechanical trenching/excavation equipment and related tools necessary for all functions of the natural gas business.
* Respond and troubleshoot both emergency and routine orders.
* Perform inspection of all natural gas appliances to ensure safe operation. Inspect and service natural gas odorization equipment in multiple settings.
* Perform PE fusions, operational surveys, meter reading, valve maintenance, material handling, line locating, regulation station inspections, leak surveys.
* Responsible for performing and inspecting pipeline and structural welding required for construction and maintenance of Company facilities including the installation, operation, and maintenance of all gas pipeline related facilities.
* Complete all required skills, operator qualifications, and associated tasks, as well as the required three-year gas apprenticeship program as outlined by the Union 111 CBA.

Additional Responsibilities:
* Required to work non-traditional hours on a rotating call out schedule and able to maintain a 33% call out.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

What Is Required:
* High School Diploma or equivalent
* Minimum 2 years of natural gas maintenance, utility, service, installation, or related technical experience in a related field.
* Completion of at least 6 months in Welder Trainee classification or have equivalent training or experience as determined by the company.
* API 1104 Certified and be able to pass company welding and fusions certifications within 6 months of employment.
* Class A CDL License with Hazmat Endorsement within 6 months of employment.
* Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure systems.
* Ability to obtain and maintain knowledge of company policies and practices, Company Operations Procedures, Emergency Procedures, State and Federal Codes as they apply to the work, and regulatory and tariff requirements.
* Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
* High regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the public.
* Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required job schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
* Ability to operate all welding and plastic fusion equipment, including all tools required for maintenance and emergency on steel and plastic pipelines.
* Strong communication and customer service skills.
* Ability to respond in all types of weather conditions.
* 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.
* This role will be required to travel up to 10% of the time.

What Is Desired:
* Ability to work from job related blueprints, sketches, and diagrams.
* Knowledge of basic properties of steel and plastic pipeline materials.

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 agreement will apply.

About our Company: We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package! Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), critical illness, accident & group hospital insurance, pet insurance, an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. If there is anything that may show up in these reports that may conflict with the position requirements, feel free to contact the Black Hills Energy recruiting team at jobs@blackhillscorp.com.

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information.