Black Hills Corporation

Welder 1 (UN747)

LocationDouglas, WY
Salary$62,400-$62,400

About This Job


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:

In this role the welder will be responsible for the installation of steel and polyethylene (PE) mains, fabrication of metering facilities, and related construction oversight.

Pay: $30.84 (Determined by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement)


Reporting Relationship: Gas Operations Supervisor


Location: Douglas, Wyoming


Essential Functions:

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.
Responsible for installing, relocating, replacing, maintaining and repairing gas lines.
Inspect pipeline and structural welding required for construction and maintenance of Company facilities including the installation, operation and maintenance of distribution and transmission facilities.
Provide oversight and inspection to ensure asset protection and compliance with company procedures of excavation activities near pipeline facilities.
Responsible for inspection duties per Company policies including completion of required documentation, as-built drawings, contractor oversight and supervision, act as Company representative during construction activities, report progress to Operations Management and ensure proper reporting and compliance with Safety and Environmental policies.
Participates in quality emergency responder programs.
Represent the Company during contacts with landowner/tenant, public official, emergency official and local organization (i.e. One-Call, Pipeline Group, Soil Conservation, etc.) meetings.
Inspect/oversee the construction and /or maintenance activities performed by third parties.
Train and oversee company and third-party personnel as required (i.e. personnel in progression, contractors, visitors, etc.).
Perform governmental compliance activities (PHMSA, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.)
Perform mapping, record keeping and data entry duties per company policies.
Identify, report and correct safety and environmental concerns.
Participate in the development of O&M Procedures, Site Specific Procedures, project scopes and work plans.
Complete all applicable documentation and record keeping.
Perform all work in compliance with Company Standards, procedures, regulatory and tariff requirements.


Additional Responsibilities:

Other daily, weekly and monthly duties as assigned.
Be available for and provide emergency response after regular business hours.
May be required to carry a company-provided cell phone/pager and be available to respond during working hours; may be required to respond during non-working hours, especially related to company emergencies.
May be required to work non-traditional hours as needed.


What Is Required:

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Achieve and maintain all Operator Qualifications and progression requirements applicable to the job classification.
Applicable company and regulatory welding and fusion certifications upon hire.
Valid and in-state driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers upon hire.
Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required job schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to perform essential functions of the job.
Operate micrometers, calipers, and thickness testing equipment.
Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.


What Is Desired:

Associate's Degree of Applied Science or diploma from technical school
Three years+ gas welding experience
API 1104 welding certification upon hire.
Knowledge of basic properties of metals.
Knowledge of basic properties of plastic pipeline materials.
Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high-pressure systems.
Basic computer skills.
Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).
Job planning and organizational skills.
Work from job related blueprints, sketches and diagrams.
Operate all plastic fusion equipment including all tools required for maintenance and emergency on plastic pipelines.
Detailed oriented.
Knowledge of company policies and practices, and regulatory and tariff requirements.

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), 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.

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