Technician Operator

Technician Operator

Work Location: Anaconda, MT

Pay range: Union Rate $36.40 to $48.75 per hour per the CBA

Technician Operator I - Pay Rate: $36.40

Entry-level operator position. High school diploma required, associate's degree in a related technical field or relevant technical certification preferred. Basic understanding of industrial systems (e.g.: meters, gauges, valves) and ability to operate simple tools and equipment (e.g.: flow rates, pressure readings).

Technician Operator II - Pay Rate: $45.50

Mid-level operator position. Must have high school diploma, 1 or more years of relevant Control Room Operator experience, and utility or company experience. An associate's degree or certification is preferred. Proficiency in operating and maintaining BOP and generating equipment, familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements (eg.: EPA, OSHA, NERC/FERC), and ability to interpret SCADA system data.

Technician Operator III - Pay Rate: $48.75

Mid-to senior level operator position. Must have high school diploma, 3 or more years of relevant Control Room Operator experience, and utility or company experience. An associate's degree or certification is preferred. Must have three years of DGGS operating experience or 3 years of similar experience.

Employment Status: Regular Full-time

External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com

Internal candidates apply through iConnect.

About this position:

The Technician Operator primarily works in a Control Center environment and is responsible for monitoring engine emissions and performing daily inspections of the DGGS facility. The Technician Operator responds to alarms and takes appropriate corrective actions, performs plant shutdown and start-up procedures, and completes preventative and predictive maintenance.

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 764,200 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.

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Requisition #4776

Posting Dates: June 5, 2025 through June 19, 2025

Department/Division: Energy Supply - DGGS

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.