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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:

The Energy Imbalance Market (EIM) Settlements Analyst supports the financial settlement operations of the California Independent System Operator’s (CAISO) Energy Imbalance Market. This role involves validating settlement data, analyzing charge codes, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring compliance with CAISO market rules and procedures.

Pay Range: $72,900 – $109,250 (This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.)

Reporting Relationship: Settlements Manager

Location: Golden, Colorado or Rapid City, South Dakota

Essential Functions:
•    Validate Settlement Quality Meter Data (SQMD) used in EIM settlements.
•    Analyze and reconcile CAISO charge codes and settlement statements.
•    Investigate and resolve settlement disputes with market participants.
•    Monitor real-time market operations and their impact on settlements.
•    Support the implementation of new market rules and charge code updates.
•    Collaborate with internal teams and external entities to ensure accurate billing.
•    Assist in preparing reports for audits, regulatory filings, and internal reviews.
•    Maintain documentation and records related to settlement activities.

What Is Required:
•    • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
•    • Minimum two (2) years of experience in energy market settlements or utility finance.

What Is Desired:
•    Experience with CAISO charge codes and settlement processes.
•    Understanding of EIM market operations and real-time dispatch.
•    Knowledge of inter-SC trades and Congestion Revenue Rights (CRRs).
•    Ability to interpret and apply regulatory and market documentation.
•    Familiarity with CAISO BPMs, Tariff provisions, and settlement systems
•    Organize and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
•    Proficiency in Excel. SQL and data visualization tools
•    Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical and problem-solving skills

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.

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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), critical illness, accident & group hospital insurance, pet insurance, 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.   

Job Description

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:

This role is responsible for the continued development and leadership of Black Hills Energy’s wildfire risk mitigation objectives as outlined in its Wildfire Mitigation Plan (WMP), including execution, training, standardization and compliance of the WMP across the organization. The growing risk of wildfire across our electric service territories represents one of our top risks across the electric utilities and this position will influence key risk reduction opportunities across the enterprise.

Pay Range: $116,500 – $192,400 (This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.)

Reporting Relationship: Director, Asset Management Services

Location: Our Corporate Headquarters in Rapid City, South Dakota

Essential Functions:
•    Develop and implement plans to reduce risk of utility caused wildfires by leading the continued development of Black Hills Energy’s wildfire mitigation program representing the #1 risk to our electric utilities requiring enterprise-wide influence.
•    Utilize data analysis techniques to identify trends and patterns in wildfire ignition sources to develop models that predict ignition probabilities based on various factors. Utilize this information to mitigate wildfire risks. Integrate scientific findings into wildfire prevention plans and emergency response protocols.
•    Assess and prioritize wildfire ignition risks across Black Hills Energy’s service territory. Develop and implement strategies to mitigate ignition risks and working closely with stakeholders.
•    Represent Black Hills Energy in community, industry, and regulatory forums to educate and build partnerships with critical wildfire response agencies across our service territory.
•    Stay updated on the latest advancements in wildfire science, remote sensing technologies, and other applications relevant to ignition prevention.
•    Drive innovation and present to senior leadership on wildfire ignition analysis methodologies and tools, incorporating new technologies and approaches to improve accuracy and effectiveness.
•    Partner with internal stakeholders, including Regulatory, Legal, and Government Affairs departments to support applicable wildfire prevention legislation and assist with any pending litigation or claims.
•    Support emergency response of a fire to investigate and detail evidence and coordinate with wildfire investigation experts to determine ignition root cause.
•    Track, review, and assign company-caused ignitions to the appropriate owner to mitigate and minimize future ignitions and provide data for business decision support. Responsible for tracking progress on these measured outcomes to reduce overall risk across our service territory.
•    Develop and manage capital and O&M budgets for relevant wildfire prevention programs.

Additional Responsibilities:
•    Engage with internal and external stakeholders to increase awareness and understanding of wildfire risks and mitigation practices.
•    Support electric operations and engineering departmental personnel to meet key business objectives.
•    Support safety, diversity and social responsibility goals of the department, business unit and corporation.

What Is Required:
•    Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or other relevant field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
•    Minimum of eight years of experience including wildfire science, engineering, utility operations, wildfire suppression, emergency response and/or experience in other electric utility function is required.
•    Minimum of three years of leadership experience.
•    This position requires driving responsibilities. You must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company and insurer standards.
•    This role will be required to travel up to 10% of the time.

What Is Desired:
•    Solid understanding of wildfire behavior and utility risks associated with wildfire.
•    Strong knowledge of National Electrical Code and National Electrical Safety Code.
•    Solid understanding of utility electrical system design philosophy and equipment operation.
•    In depth knowledge and experience of fire and/or accident investigation principles/procedures.
•    Ability to effectively lead and influence others.
•    Strong technical writing and communication skills.
•    Ability to drive process improvements.
 

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.

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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), critical illness, accident & group hospital insurance, pet insurance, 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.   

Job Description

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:

The primary objective of this role is to understand and apply the principles of natural gas and distribution systems to ensure the safe delivery of natural gas from town border stations to our customers. Responsibilities include performing maintenance, repair, construction, and emergency activities to maintain the safe and efficient operation of the natural gas distribution system. Assignments may involve maintenance, repair, construction, or a combination of these tasks as directed. This critical role also involves the safe installation, repair, and servicing of domestic appliances.

Pay: $25.63 (Determined by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement)

Reporting Relationship: Gas Operations Supervisor

Location: Gillette or New Castle Wyoming

Essential Functions:
•    Responsible for the installation, operation and maintenance of all gas facilities.
•    Accomplish customer service, installation, construction, maintenance, testing and troubleshooting related to pipeline systems, measurement, appliances, and associated equipment.
•    Responsible for sales, installation and service work of appliance in regards to the non-regulated products and services offered through the company.
•    Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment, including pipeline right-of-way, including, but not limited to excavation, repairing, coating and backfilling pipelines, concrete work, painting, building erection, weed control, etc.
•    Locate and mark facilities per Company Damage Prevention Program and One-Call procedures prior to and during encroachments and excavations.
•    Perform pipeline patrols, population density surveys, leak detection surveys and inspection per company procedures.
•    Coordinate local Damage Prevention activities.
•    Provide oversight and inspection to ensure asset protection and compliance with company procedures of excavation activities near pipeline facilities.
•    Be available for and provide emergency response and/or participate in on-call rotation after regular business hours.
•    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.
•    Perform governmental compliance activities (PHMSA, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.)
•    Perform all applicable mapping, documentation, 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.
•    Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.
•    Participate in learning (including ride-alongs) and associated travel to complete training and required cohort processes.

Additional Responsibilities:
•    Must maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
•    Perform other assigned tasks as required.

What Is Required:
•    High School Diploma or equivalent
•    Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers. Upon Hire
•    Good verbal and written communication skills.
•    Ability to work from written verbal instruction.
•    Possess basic computer and math skills.
•    Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required job schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
•    Ability to work with and around combustible or flammable gas, liquids.
•    Achieve and maintain all Operator Qualifications and progression requirements applicable to the job classification.
•    Ability to interface directly with customers professionally providing a high degree of customer satisfaction.
•    This position requires driving responsibilities. You must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company and insurer standards.
•    This role will be required to travel up to 10% of the time.

What Is Desired:
•    Secondary education or equivalent experience
•    Troubleshooting background (such as mechanic, electrician, plumber, construction) preferred, but willing to train.
•    Experience working with a natural gas system preferred, but willing to train.
•    CDL License
•    Ability to operate construction equipment.
•    Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure system preferred.
•    Knowledge of company policies and practice, regulatory and tariff requirements desirable.

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.

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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. 

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.   

Job Description

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:

As a key member of the Black Hills IT Business Applications team, this position will be responsible for developing applications that simplify, optimize, and automate business processes. Responsibilities include designing and maintaining software solutions, partnering with business customers, collaborating with other IT teams, engaging with vendors, and preparing and maintaining application system and technical documentation.

Pay Range: $28.75 – $43.17 per hour (This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.)

Reporting Relationship: IT Applications Supervisor

Location: Rapid City, South Dakota or Fayetteville, Arkansas

Essential Functions:
•    Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business processes and identify opportunities to enhance or automate solutions.
•    Develop comprehensive plans for automation solutions, considering system integrations, scalability, and user requirements, following application lifecycle guidelines.
•    Design, build, and support enterprise applications using the Salesforce platform, web development fundamentals, and a modern cloud environment.
•    Work with IT and other business team members in all phases of implementation and software development lifecycles, including identifying and documenting requirements, creating technical design documents, developing, and testing solutions, troubleshooting, and resolving application issues.
•    Take proactive steps to evaluate issues, determine alternatives, and implement the appropriate solution for the customer. Provide follow-up to ensure successful implementation of designs and enhancements. Improve business processes by monitoring and analyzing trends in service tickets received, aiding in problem resolution, and recommending improvements and providing business process training.
•    Follow best practices for version control, application lifecycle management, and participate and ensure compliance with IT change control and SOX processes.
•    Be available as part of a rotating On-Call schedule to respond during non-working hours, especially related to project target dates and company emergencies.

Additional Responsibilities:
•    Stay up to date on changes and advances in technology that could affect the company.
•    Collaborate, mentor, and cross-train with a team of analysts and software developers on concepts, standard methodologies, and software development.

What Is Required:
•    Associate’s Degree Information Technology, Computer Science or related specialty, or equivalent combination of relevant experience and education.
•    Minimum of 1 year experience with software development, supporting application systems, or combination of relevant experience and education.
•    Great customer service, leadership, time management, and organizational skills, along with demonstrating the ability to prioritize, work within challenging situations, and adapt quickly when business priorities change.
•    Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems across the entire applications ecosystem with guidance.
•    Professional oral and written communication skills when working with IT and business customers with minimal oversight from leader.
•    Ability to work independently with vendors, other IT team members and business partners – locally and remotely – on software requirements and system support, while keeping team members and leadership well informed of efforts.
•    Maintains a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.

What Is Desired:
•    Prior experience designing, developing, and supporting automated processes and information systems. Knowledge of information technology concepts, including business area analysis, business system design, data modeling, and application development.
•    Depending upon assignments, experience with programming languages and related technologies including C#, Python, JavaScript, Apex, HTML, SQL, Oracle, SOQL, and PowerShell.
•    Knowledge of Generative AI concepts and technologies including large language models (LLM).
•    Proven understanding of the importance of cybersecurity in protecting company technology assets. Understanding of Sarbanes-Oxley and other risk-based controls as they relate to software systems preferred but not required.
 

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.

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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), critical illness, accident & group hospital insurance, pet insurance, 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.   

Job Description

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 important role you will effectively lead a service and operations workforce, focusing on obtaining organizational objectives within the guidelines of providing safe, reliable natural gas utility service to customers.

Pay Range: $105,750 – $174,450 (This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.)

Reporting Relationship: Gas Operations Manager

Location: Norfolk, Nebraska

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance is available based on individual circumstances! Details to be shared during the offer process.

Essential Functions:
•    Proactively promote and lead safety initiatives in all phases of operations and in compliance with DOT, State, and Company standards.
•    Supervise, schedule, train, and develop front-line employees performing work in the areas of construction, maintenance, appliance repair, and customer and administrative support.
•    Manage employee & labor relations issues at the operational level, with assistance from Human Resources.
•    Lead all aspects of and ensure the completion of all regulated/mandated work.
•    Respond to and resolve customer requests and issues while providing top tier customer service.
•    Actively participate in maintaining favorable community relations.
•    Actively sponsor or lead continuous improvement efforts and build a positive environment that empowers all employees to continuously improve.
•    Make daily decisions that positively impact capital and maintenance programs including external contractors.
•    Respond to emergency situations and participate in the emergency on-call rotation schedule.

Additional Responsibilities:
•    Provide technical, financial, and operational expertise.
•    Maintain training records and compliance documentation.
•    Other duties as assigned.

What Is Required:
•    Bachelor’s Degree business management, engineering or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
•    Minimum of (3) three years of utility industry, gas operations, or other relevant experience

What Is Desired:
•    Strong leadership skills including coaching and engaging employees.
•    Strong communication and presentation skills.
•    Ability to connect with a wide variety of audiences.
•    Ability to be effective in a fast-paced environment.
•    Financial management, budgetary, planning, and forecasting skills.
•    Ability to independently manage multiple tasks.
•    Strong problem resolution and project management skills.
•    Proficient computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software).
•    Ability to participate in cross-functional teams and manage external contractors.
•    Excellent collaboration and customer service skills.
 

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.

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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), critical illness, accident & group hospital insurance, pet insurance, 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.   

Job Description

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:

As the Compressor Operator you will facilitate the maintenance and repair of the company’s gathering and storage assets. In connection with gas control the Compressor Operator works to meet the system supply and demand needs.

Pay Range: $25.72 – $38.44 per hour (This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.)

Reporting Relationship: Gas Operations Supervisor

Location: Ozark, Arkansas

Essential Functions:
•    Ensure the cost-effective and efficient performance of all pipelines, valves and other related facilities.
•    Start and stop compressors, monitor line pressure and diagnose potential problems with equipment.
•    Effectively use and understand company SCADA system.
•    Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment, including pipeline right-of-way, including, but not limited to repairing, and coating pipelines, concrete work, painting, building erection, weed control, etc.
•    Participate in quality emergency responder programs.
•    Train and oversee company and third-party personnel as required (i.e. new hires, 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.
•    Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.

Additional Responsibilities:
•    Achieve and maintain all Operator Qualifications and requirements applicable to the job classification.
•    May be required to work shift work/alternating schedules to maintain staffing.
•    Be available for and provide emergency response after regular business hours which may require carrying a company provided phone.

What Is Required:
•    High School Diploma or equivalent
•    No experience required. Training provided.
•    This position requires driving responsibilities. You must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company and insurer standards.

What Is Desired:
•    General knowledge of regulators and relief valves found on project lines and main lines and general meter sets.
•    Detailed knowledge of natural gas distribution, transmission and gathering pipeline system operations.
•    Knowledge of operating costs and best practices associated with natural gas pipeline operations.
•    Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids in high and low pressure systems.
•    Experience in the operation and maintenance of compressor and auxiliary equipment, engines, motors, cooling equipment, pump stations, pumps, dehydration equipment and process equipment.
•    Ability to operate heavy equipment.
•    Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
•    Good verbal and written communication skills.
•    Must be a self-starter and capable of working in solitary work environments as well as within work groups.
•    Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, operating systems, company software, etc.)
•    Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and decimals, etc.)
•    Ability to read and interpret blueprints and diagrams.
•    Must be able to work within a team, take direction from supervisor(s), prioritize work schedule, and focus attention to details, follow rules/procedures and work with an open and positive attitude.
 

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.

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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), critical illness, accident & group hospital insurance, pet insurance, 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.   

Job Description

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:

We are looking for a driven, organized professional to join our team. You will design and provide project management for assigned capital and maintenance projects on utility distribution systems. You will ensure that customers are provided with superior service in accordance with Black Hills Energy (BHE) standards, and customer service policies and procedures.

Pay Range: $84,600 – $126,900 (This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.)

Reporting Relationship: Utility Construction Planning Manager

Location: Frederick, Colorado

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance is available based on individual circumstances! Details to be shared during the offer process.

Essential Functions:
•    Design utility distribution overhead and underground systems and facilities per Black Hills Energy standards, procedures, and in compliance with Black Hills Energy and industry codes and standards.
•    Plan, design, and coordinate customer requirements for utility service installations main extensions for new commercial and residential customers per Black Hills Energy’s extension policy.
•    Prepare construction plans, ensure necessary rights-of-way, easements, and other permits are obtained, survey and stake facilities for new line extensions and integrity (replacement) upgrades.
•    Communicate Black Hills Energy construction policies and procedures to customers and work with customers to best satisfy needs.
•    Manage all aspects of a construction project including partnering with internal customers like Operations, Key Account/Growth Representatives, Utility Construction Specialists, and Accounting to ensure projects are accurately completed in Black Hills Energy systems.
•    Provide project leadership support of contractors, utility crews ensuring efficient use of labor resources when leading assigned projects.
•    Provide input for Capital/O&M budget creation and prioritization through monitoring of current spend, construction schedules, communications forecast and accruals.
•    Key point of contact for City, County and State Road and highway relocation projects, including review of civil engineering plans to design and relocate BHE facilities to align with City, County, and State projects and regulations.
•    Maintain a safe work environment by promoting Black Hills Energy’s safety policies, procedures, and stop work authority.

Additional Responsibilities:
•    Prioritize workflow, establish schedules, and monitor accomplishments. Actively contribute to department/project work and facilitate teamwork.
•    Support and participate in process improvement, provide innovative work ideas.
•    Availability to work on call as assigned by the business unit.

What Is Required:
•    Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Construction Managment or related field, or combination of education and experience required.
•    Minimum of 3 years of construction planning, utility operations, project management, engineering, or relevant experience.
•    Strong construction management skills.
•    Strong oral and written communication skills.
•    Ability to monitor multiple projects concurrently.
•    Ability to plan, organize, and lead the work of a crew in a safe and efficient manner.
•    This position requires driving responsibilities. You must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company and insurer standards.
•    This role will be required to travel up to 10% of the time.

What Is Desired:
•    Proficient knowledge of utility standards and NESC Code for construction, methods, and materials.
•    Knowledge of cost estimating and variance reporting.
•    General knowledge of rates, marketing programs and customer service programs offered by BHE.
•    Solid understanding of computers and ability to use Microsoft Office products and trade related software.

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.

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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), critical illness, accident & group hospital insurance, pet insurance, 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.   

Job Description

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:

The primary objective of this role is to understand and apply the principles of natural gas and distribution systems to ensure the safe delivery of natural gas from town border stations to our customers. Responsibilities include performing maintenance, repair, construction, and emergency activities to maintain the safe and efficient operation of the natural gas distribution system. Assignments may involve maintenance, repair, construction, or a combination of these tasks as directed. This critical role also involves the safe installation, repair, and servicing of domestic appliances.

Pay: $25.63 per hour (Determined by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement)

Reporting Relationship: Gas Operations Supervisor

Location: Douglas, Wyoming

Essential Functions:
•    Responsible for the installation, operation and maintenance of all gas facilities.
•    Accomplish customer service, installation, construction, maintenance, testing and troubleshooting related to pipeline systems, measurement, appliances, and associated equipment.
•    Responsible for sales, installation and service work of appliance in regard to the non-regulated products and services offered through the company.
•    Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment, including pipeline right-of-way, including, but not limited to excavation, repairing, coating and backfilling pipelines, concrete work, painting, building erection, weed control, etc.
•    Locate and mark facilities per Company Damage Prevention Program and One-Call procedures prior to and during encroachments and excavations.
•    Perform pipeline patrols, population density surveys, leak detection surveys and inspection per company procedures.
•    Coordinate local Damage Prevention activities.
•    Provide oversight and inspection to ensure asset protection and compliance with company procedures of excavation activities near pipeline facilities.
•    Be available for and provide emergency response and/or participate in on-call rotation after regular business hours.
•    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.
•    Perform governmental compliance activities (PHMSA, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.)
•    Perform all applicable mapping, documentation, 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.
•    Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.
•    Participate in learning (including ride-alongs) and associated travel to complete training and required cohort processes.

Additional Responsibilities:
•    Must maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
•    Perform other assigned tasks as required.

What Is Required:
•    High School Diploma or equivalent
•    Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers. Upon Hire
•    Good verbal and written communication skills.
•    Ability to work from written verbal instruction.
•    Possess basic computer and math skills.
•    Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required job schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
•    Ability to work with and around combustible or flammable gas, liquids.
•    Achieve and maintain all Operator Qualifications and progression requirements applicable to the job classification.
•    Ability to interface directly with customers professionally providing a high degree of customer satisfaction.
•    This position requires driving responsibilities. You must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company and insurer standards.
•    This role will be required to travel up to 10% of the time.

What Is Desired:
•    Secondary education or equivalent experience
•    Troubleshooting background (such as mechanic, electrician, plumber, construction) preferred, but willing to train.
•    Experience working with a natural gas system preferred, but willing to train.
•    CDL License
•    Ability to operate construction equipment.
•    Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure system preferred.
•    Knowledge of company policies and practice, regulatory and tariff requirements desirable.
•    Knowledge of National, State and local electrical codes desirable.
•    Note: The KSAs listed as “desired” indicate the level of proficiency upon hire at Level 1. Upon hire and completion of training, these KSAs transition to “required” for the higher Service Specialist levels.

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.

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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), critical illness, accident & group hospital insurance, pet insurance, 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.   

Job Description

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:

Work and study the apprentice training courses for the duration of the apprenticeship program. Shall complete all study requirements, and pass all the examinations as required by the FJAC apprentice committee. The apprentice will perform all essential functions under supervision until reaching journeyman level. This position performs testing, installation and maintenance for transformer-rated meter installations; perform or exchange Company specified self-contained and transformer-rated meter testing per test schedule; works on transformer-rated metering (600 Volts Max) on the secondary side of the transformer. Recognize potential hazards, respond and correct all problems relating to revenue metering.

Pay Range: Determined by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement
3rd Step Apprentice: $33.46 per hour
Journeyman: 55.50 per hour

Reporting Relationship: Meter Services Supervisor

Location: Rapid City, South Dakota

Essential Functions:
•    Build and install primary voltage metering applications.
•    Test, maintain, adjust and make repairs to transformer rated type meters, panel meter applications, associated equipment and indicating demand meters.
•    Install and maintain meter telemetry and modems for remote meter reading and customer load management applications.
•    Clean and test meters (both as found and as left) for optimum accuracy and functionality.
•    Maintain meter installation records and verifications of associated company identification numbers in the meter tracking (CIS) system.
•    Retire obsolete and faulty meters from meter tracking (CIS) system.
•    Install all instrument meter applications involving secondary current transformer installations and wiring.
•    Install all secondary transformer metering connections, both overhead and underground.
•    Install recording meters for customer load verification.
•    Develop and program meters with software for marketing and rate departments programs for various rates, load profile data, KVA, power factor, harmonic content and current and voltage history.
•    Provide information and support for all meters installed in substations, power plants and inter-tie points.
•    Provide all metering history and information to customer account reps and managers.
•    Work with construction reps to ensure construction projects are in alignment with electric meter standards. Provide technical support as needed.
•    Schedule with construction reps and install all instrument meter jobs throughout the Black Hills Energy South Dakota, Wyoming and Montana service territory.
•    Work extensively with construction reps to review work orders and specifications to determine settings, meter installation costs, customer supplied equipment approval, and electrical sizing of all associated metering components.
•    Install “check meters” on customer sites and test customer meters to assist in resolution of customer complaints.
•    Provide details on all meter changes and test results for compliance with meter specifications and look for trends in meter malfunctions or accuracy issues.
•    Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair gatekeepers, repeaters, modems and all forms of communication devices associated with Advanced Metering Infrastructure. This includes the ability to climb poles to perform such work.
•    Provide onsite support for line and service crews and construction reps.
•    Order, provide and maintain a continuous stock of various types of meters for all BHC.
•    Obtain continuous knowledge of new technologies through schools, seminars and interaction with vendors on metering advances and testing procedures.
•    Maintain stocks of current and voltage transformer used in instrument metering for all of BHC.
•    Perform current and voltage transformer calculations to determine the size of equipment to be used on customer installations.
•    Perform pulse and/or interval data calculations used by system control, customer’s load management systems or given to designated third parties such as energy suppliers.
•    Test new CT/PTs for BHC to ensure accuracy. Recertify used CT/PT for reuse.
•    Perform calculations used in internal meter multipliers applied to meter software for optimum meter resolution.
•    Perform and understand results of onsite meter installation analysis to determine the integrity of both new and old installations. These include Watts, VARS, KVA, Power Factor Multiplier X, meter timing and harmonics.
•    Set up and maintain software programs used by BHP on its metering and measurement devices.
•    Calibrate and test Electric Meter Test Boards to meet PUC requirements.
•    Ensure all field test equipment is calibrated according to manufacturer specifications.
•    Actively participate on Electric Meter Standards for BHC and work practices

Additional Responsibilities:
•    Follow established work processes and procedures.
•    Must follow all safety rules and requirements at all times and attend all safety meetings.
•    Other duties as assigned.

What Is Required:
3rd Step Apprentice Level:
•    High School Diploma or equivalent.
•    Completion of vocational/technical school program for meterman, line mechanic, substation electrician or equivalent required.
•    Ability to attain and hold a valid South Dakota driver’s license.
•    12 months of experience working as a meterman in the utility trade preferred.
Journeyman: 
•    High School Diploma or equivalent.
•    Completion of post-secondary Advanced Electrical Technical training from a Qualified Technical Institute required, or equivalent experience.
•    Four years on the job (O.J.T.) training in a utility apprenticeship meter progression program or equivalent.
•    Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers. Maintain DOT driver file and pass annual physical upon hire.

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.

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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), critical illness, accident & group hospital insurance, pet insurance, 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.   

Job Description

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:

Supervises the operation and system functions of a combined cycle power plant. Directs the planning and scheduling to ensure appropriate operation and maintenance for all equipment and systems in the plant. Motivate personnel to produce electricity in an environmentally sound, reliable, economical and safe manner. Leads the daily activities of the operations team to ensure safe and reliable 24×7 coverage for operator responsibilities.

Pay Range: $105,750 – $174,450 (This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.)

Reporting Relationship: Operations Manager

Location: Cheyenne, Wyoming

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance is available based on individual circumstances! Details to be shared during the offer process.

Essential Functions:
•    Supervise and direct operations staff including safety, hiring, training, scheduling, and work prioritization. Communicate clear priorities and directions to employees. Manage employee performance by setting goals/monitoring performance, providing timely feedback, and administering performance review process for assigned crew personnel. With managers, work to resolve personnel issues in a timely manner.
•    Evaluates training requirements for personnel. Train plant operations personnel in safe working practices and prepare employees for certification in operation training program.
•    Assist in the preparation of the annual capital and O&M budgets.
•    Support environmental and NERC compliance through procedures, EAM system, and personnel training. Maintain compliance with all regulatory and company policies including but not limited to NERC, OSHA, DEQ, and others
•    Prepare monthly reports and updates as necessary and/or directed which detail facility performance. Evaluate plant operations by reviewing plant reports, logs, and records. Develop solutions to plant system problems, recommend changes and upgrades of equipment, and develop operating procedures and job duties, including job scopes for contractor work.
•    Administer employee safety meetings and audits.
•    Coordinate with maintenance department for operations support of outages and other plant activities.
•    Ensure that company management and dispatch group is informed of general plant status at all times.
•    Ensure plants are started up, shut down, and operated following established procedures.

Additional Responsibilities:
•    Monitors all operations personnel to assure safety rules and OSHA regulations are followed.
•    Communicate to employees and represent a positive position regarding the Company, its policies, procedures, and decisions. Administers processes and procedures.
•    Other duties as assigned.

What Is Required:
•    High School Diploma
•    Minimum of 5 years of power generation or related experience and a bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
•    Demonstrated management, administrative and supervisory skills.
•    Good knowledge of basic principles of power generation and electrical principles.
•    Able to perform advanced mathematical functions (algebra, geometry, trigonometry, statistics).
•    Able to read and understand complex technical information such as engineering specifications, contracts, trade journals, equipment specifications and instructions.
•    Strong interpersonal relationship skills. Able to use conflict resolution skills.
•    Able to make critical decisions with little or no supervision.
•    Ability to operate computers, including Distributed Control Information Systems (DCIS).
•    This position requires driving responsibilities. You must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company and insurer standards.
•    This role will be required to travel up to 10% of the time.

What Is Desired:
•    Understanding of accounting principles.
•    Familiarity with compliance with air permits and wastewater discharge permits.

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.

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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), critical illness, accident & group hospital insurance, pet insurance, 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.