Apprentice Step 1 to Gas Technician

Apprentice Step 1 to Gas Technician (minimum of step 5 preferred)

Work Location: Brookings, SD

Pay range: Union Rate $29.74 to $46.47 per hour

Employment Status: Regular Full-time

External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com

Internal candidates apply through iConnect.

About this position:

Gas Technician:

The Gas Technician performs operations, maintenance and construction tasks on natural gas distribution systems. The Gas Technician performs service work on Company equipment and in customers' homes. The Gas Technician is certified to fuse plastic pipe and fittings that are part of the natural gas distribution system.

Apprentice Gas Technician:

The Apprentice Gas Technician trains and works under the supervision of a Gas Technician to develop the abilities and functions of Gas Technician. Over the course of their training, they are required to safely and efficiently perform all of the duties of the Gas Technician.

We offer great benefits:

NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,600 amazing people and serve over 800,000 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:

Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.

About this job:

Functions for Gas Technician:

Functions for Apprentice Gas Technician:

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Additional Qualifications for Gas Technician:

Additional Qualifications for Apprentice Gas Technician:

Requisition #4717

Posting Dates: July 14, 2025 through Open Until Filled

Department/Division: Distribution Operations

Employment Physical: Required

Drug Test: Required

Background Check: Required

Relocation Benefit: Negotiable

Telecommuting: None

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at job.inquiries@northwestern.com.