Field Operator Trainee

Qualifications Include

- High school diploma or equivalent

- Required to complete Qualified Operator in accordance with PHMSA Title 49 CFR, Part 192 and Subpart N within six months of hire

- Required to complete NWE Gas Operator Qualification and HAZMAT programs within six months of hire

- Valid Drivers License and satisfactory driving record and have the ability to obtain a CDL if required

- Commitment to safe working practices and knowledge of safety policies/procedures

- Technical college degree with mechanical or electronic focus, or similar military or industrial experience preferred

- Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record

Duties Include

- Maintain assigned gas wells, pipelines, and well houses

- Monitor and maintain associated equipment as necessary

- Monitor, maintain, and refill methanol pumps to keep wells from freezing

- Monitor and take readings on compressors and dehydrators

- Make accurate measurements and ensure that automated electronic measures function properly

- Ensure sour gas monitors are functioning

- Collect dew point measurements at gathering stations

- Calibrate well meters

- Monitor pipelines, containments, or pits around wells for potential leaks; ensure catchments are pumped as needed

- Perform grounds maintenance around well heads and well houses; mow and spray weeds

- Review morning reports and scheduled maintenance lists to identify wells in need of maintenance

- Communicate verbally and understand audible signals in emergency/safety situations

- Respond to emergencies and live within 30 minutes of the mainline #1 facility

- Complete required documentation, activity logs, water transfers, etc.

- Required to complete the 8 levels progression training program from field operator trainee to field operator

- Perform individual lifts and manipulate needed equipment weighing up to 75 pounds

- All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to 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 position.

$32.34 to $49.76 per hour, depending on qualifications. Benefits include: 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%; healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents; Health Savings Account (HSA); healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA); Employee Assistance Program (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents); Life Insurance (company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available); tuition reimbursement; competitive pay (scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities); paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities; paid training opportunities; paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays.

Open through September 22, 2025.

Apply online at: https://northwesternenergy.applicantpro.com/jobs/3851483