NorthWestern Energy

Gas Laborer

LocationBrookings, SD
Job TypeSeasonal, Full-time
Salary$56,160

About This Job


Gas Laborer


Work Location: Brookings, SD

Pay range: Union Rate $27.88 per hour

Employment Status: Seasonal Full-time (layoff expected 12/31/2025, subject to recall the following spring)


External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com


Internal candidates apply through iConnect.


About this position:

The Gas Laborer performs various manual labor and equipment operation tasks to assist the gas crew to install, maintain, and service gas distribution lines and equipment. This is a seasonal, entry-level position that may be used to prepare the worker for entry into a Gas Technician apprenticeship. The Laborer may be called upon to assist gas crews in emergency situations. Laborer will work under the direct supervision of the Lead 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 1,500 amazing people and serve 775,300 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:

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 Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
Continued education reimbursement
Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
Paid bereavement leave
Paid training opportunities
Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays

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


About this job:

Assist the gas crew to install, maintain, and service gas distribution lines and equipment
Communicate verbally and understand audible signals in emergency/safety situations
Assist gas crew in response to natural gas emergencies and service work regarding all aspects of natural gas
Safely and skillfully operate equipment, shovels and hand tools to dig around pipelines and other utilities, uncover lines, and backfill trenches
Use heavy handheld tamping or jackhammer equipment to prepare or finish site work
Complete finish work associated with gas services including wrapping and coating pipes
Ability to work overtime hours
Work as a team member to safely and efficiently complete work activities
Communicate as needed to maintain safe working conditions
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

Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record, Commercial Driver's License a plus
First Aid/CPR Certification
Knowledge of applicable codes and safety policies/procedures
Computer skills essential
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
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


Requisition #4758

Posting Dates: May 12, 2025 through May 26, 2025


Department/Division: Distribution Operations


Employment Physical: Required


Drug Test: Required


Background Check: Required


Relocation Benefit: None


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.

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