Journeyman Lineman

NORTHWESTERN ENERGY INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING: JOB REQUISITION #3358 POSTING DATES: July 13, 2021 through July 27, 2021 Title Journeyman Lineman Department/Division Distribution Operations Work Location Columbus, MT Guidepost U086 $48.24 (Per CBA) Employment Status Regular Full-time Employment Physical Required Drug Test Required Background Check Required Relocation Benefit Negotiable SUMMARY OF JOB DESCRIPTION The Journeyman Lineman performs power line installation, maintenance, and service work. The lineman must be able to work as a person in charge as a leadsman or foreman. As a Foreman or Leadsman they may oversee all aspects of a project; including safety, paperwork, planning, coordinating with engineers, and documenting equipment used. Natural Gas This position will also assist in natural gas emergencies and perform natural gas related service tasks. When services require additional personnel, they will coordinate and assist with the work as needed. This may require additional knowledge and training. See below for details. DESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 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 Communicate verbally and understand audible signals in emergency/safety situations Troubleshoot electrical outages, power quality and complete installation and maintenance work related to all aspects of electric distribution Assist in natural gas outages and construction Perform rubber gloving work for safely working with primary/high-voltage and low-voltage lines and equipment Install and retire overhead and underground electric lines Perform sustained work at heights including ladder work, climbing and working from poles, and bucket work Frame, install, or replace poles Maintain lines and support structures in substations; erect steel to replace or increase size of substation structures as needed Operate heavy equipment including diggers, trenchers, back hoes, and bucket trucks Remove tree limbs near electric lines Work overtime outside of scheduled hours, participating in either call out availability or an on-call rotation schedule, in response to acute and/ or planned service needs Complete documentation for project planning and completion Assume leadership role in response to emergency situations Interact with the public Act as a leadsman or foreman as needed PCB tests/clean up as required by OSHA Required to OQ to Natural Gas Responder/Gas Construction Level(s) Complete service work related to natural gas distribution, as qualified or experienced as needed. Assist in troubleshooting natural gas outages and local natural gas distribution or transmission problems as qualified or experienced, as needed (Additional training may be mandatory). Operate equipment, handling and assisting in the installation of natural gas facilities Respond from home to primary work location within 15 minutes Individually lift and manipulate needed equipment weighing up to 75 pounds Marginal Work Functions *These functions may be considered essential based on location and other factors. Drive to installation locations* Perform service and customer-service work including disconnect-reconnects and credit turn-offs* Patrol and maintain facilities and lines* Organize equipment and perform regular and preventative maintenance Locate buried lines including electric and natural gas underground services* Trained as a natural gas first responder or must be willing to be trained in that capacity* Check customer's voltage/sets, monitor, and read recording volt meters when necessary* Meter Reading / and associated meter reading processes* Switching as needed* GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent Journeyman Lineman Certification required Valid Commercial driver's license and satisfactory driving record First Aid/CPR Certification Bucket truck and pole top rescue certification Complete NorthWestern Energy Gas OQ and HAZMAT programs within 6 months of hire Commitment to safe working practices and knowledge of safety policies/procedures Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record Act as a leadsman or foreman as needed Adapt to technological changes as they are implemented SELECTION PROCESS When considering applicants for this position, the selection process will take into consideration the needs of NorthWestern, including such factors as reorganization requirements, diversity opportunities, relocation requirements, employee development and job succession. If any of the preceding language conflicts with the applicable bargaining unit agreements, the bargaining unit agreement will prevail. APPLICATION PROCEDURES External applicants should apply online at http://www.northwesternenergy.com. Internal applicants should apply online at iConnect. 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 via phone at 1-800-245-6977, or via email at job.inquiries@northwestern.com. NorthWestern Energy Human Resources Department Job #3358 3010 West 69th Street Sioux Falls, SD 57108 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.