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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:
In this role the Operations Welder Technician will safely perform general gas distribution system maintenance, operation, and all facets of construction including welding installation of steel and polyethylene mains, fabrication of metering facilities.

Pay Range: 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.
Level I: $28.75 – $43.17 per hour
Level II: $32.36- $41.99 per hour 
Senior: $35.58 – $53.49 per hour 

Reporting Relationship: Supervisor of Operations

Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas

Essential Functions:
•    Coordinates the location of other utilities underground facilities relative to construction activities.
•    Install facilities according to specifications such as trench depth/width, proper auguring, plowing and shoring.
•    Inspect and supervise construction activities of gas contract construction crews.
•    Maintain pipeline welding certifications and perform plastic fusion of mains and services and proper installation of mechanical fittings.
•    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.
•    Perform governmental compliance activities (PHMSA, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.)
•    Responsible for locating, coating, mapping, hot tapping, stopping, 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 accurate reporting and compliance with Safety and Environmental policies.

Additional Responsibilities:
•    Perform general customer service activity including, but not limited to, turn-ons and turn-offs, replace meters, collect unpaid bills, investigate calls regarding gas leaks and carbon monoxide presence.
•    Scheduled on-call rotation.
•    Perform and train others in the safe and efficient operation of gas distribution systems.

What Is Required:
Level I: 
•    High School Diploma or equivalent.
•    Welding certification required within 4 months of hire.
•    Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record to allow operation of company vehicles.

Level II: 
•    High School Diploma or equivalent.
•    Minimum of 1 year of welder operations or directly related welding experience required.
•    AP 1104 steel welding certification within 6 months of hire.
•    PE fusion certificate within 6 months of hire.
•    Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record to allow operation of company vehicles.

Senior: 
•    High School diploma or equivalent. 
•    Minimum of 3 years of welder operations or other relevant experience required.
•    AP 1104 steel welding certification upon hire.
•    PE fusion certificate upon hire.
•    Comprehensive understanding of gas distribution construction, maintenance, system operations and safety procedures.
•    Knowledge of odorization, meter sizing and general construction practices.
•    Ability to read prints, layout projects and fabricate work, while meeting Black Hills Construction Standards.
•    Ability to make required spontaneous decisions during emergency conditions that may affect the safety of other employees, contractors, and the public.
•    Knowledge of basic properties of metals and plastic pipeline materials.
•    Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high-pressure systems.
•    Ability to operate all plastic fusion equipment including all tools required for maintenance and emergency on plastic pipelines.
•    Ability to operate micrometers, calipers, and thickness testing equipment.
•    Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record to allow operation of company vehicles.

What Is Desired:
•    Comprehensive understanding of gas distribution construction, maintenance, system operations and safety procedures.
•    Knowledge of odorization, meter sizing and general construction practices.
•    Ability to read prints, layout projects and fabricate work, while meeting Black Hills Construction Standards.
•    Ability to make required spontaneous decisions during emergency conditions that may affect the safety of other employees, contractors, and the public.
•    Knowledge of basic properties of metals and plastic pipeline materials.
•    Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high-pressure systems.
•    Operate all plastic fusion equipment including all tools required for maintenance and emergency on plastic pipelines.
•    Operate micrometers, calipers, and thickness testing equipment.
•    Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record to allow operation of company vehicles.
•    Obtain or maintain required AP 1104 steel welding certification.
•    Ability to obtain and maintain PE fusion certificate.

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

Work location: Denison, IA
Call out area: Denison, IA
Residency Requirement: Within 20 miles of Vail, IA

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:

To provide complete customer service activities relative to sale, installation, repair and service of service equipment, in addition to a broad range of gas and electric appliances. Also maintain Natural Gas Distribution system to provide safe, reliable, energy to both residential and commercial/industrial customers.

Pay Range: $31.65 – $41.64 (Determined by the current Collective Bargaining Unit)

Reporting Relationship: Supervisor, Gas Operations

Location: Denison, Iowa

Essential Functions:
•    Installs and repairs service equipment plus both gas and electric appliances for residential and commercial customers. Visually examines appliances for defects, performs diagnostic tests applying mechanical, electrical and gas theory or principles to determine cause of malfunction; repair, adjust or replace components.
•    Promotes customer acceptance of non-regulated company programs such as Service Guard products and services. Resolves unusual service problems and customer complaints, providing cost estimates and recommendations on complex or uncommon malfunctions of customer owned appliances.
•    Locates gas services and mains for construction projects. Performs leak detection and cathodic protection activities and installs domestic, commercial and industrial meters and pressure regulating equipment.
•    When required, reads customer meters on a scheduled basis, contacts customers concerning collection of delinquent accounts and performs gas meter turn on and shut off activities in accordance with company policy.
•    Provides requested after hours (on call) services as required. Responds to all emergency requests, i.e.: reported gas leaks, suspected carbon monoxide, simulations, outages, etc., in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
•    Installs, removes and replaces gas meters, performs line locates, leak survey repairs, turn-on and turn-off activities according to company policies and reads meters as required.
•    Attend safety meetings and other employee training as assigned.
•    May participate in community relations activities.
•    Performs other duties, which are similar, related or incidental to this position and may work as directed, in other activities that require skills of a higher classification if qualified, as per Article 15 Section 3.
•    Must comply with Company’s Motor Vehicle Operation Policy and Procedure.

What Is Required:
•    High School Diploma or equivalent.
•    3-5 or more years Appliance repair and/or installation & service or related experience.
•    Experience/skills in gas and electric appliance repair.
•    DL NUMBER – Driver License, Valid and in-state upon hire. 
•    CDL and/or Hazmat endorsement based on position assignment may be upon hire. 

What Is Desired:
•    Gas Operations degree
•    Formal Appliance repair or electric wiring diagram courses helpful
•    Knowledge of principles of natural gas.
•    Ability to read and understand wiring diagrams and schematics
•    Basic electricity knowledge.
•    Mechanical skills.
•    Strong appliance repair skills.
•    Good decision-making skills.
•    Ability to use electronic instruments for the diagnosis of complicated appliance repair problems.
•    Creative thinking on own with little supervision.
•    Decision-making skills related to safe operation of natural gas distribution system.
•    Strong customer relations skills related to maintain customer on our service program and to sell new products and services as they become available.

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 important position utilizes natural gas utility knowledge and experience to interact with operation employees and supervisors to observe and evaluate their knowledge, skills and abilities to perform covered tasks. May participate in creating, developing, improving and delivering high-quality technical training for employees through distance-learning, instructor-led and hands-on training methods. During this process, the Trainer & Operator Qualification Evaluator will partner with peers, vendors, industry associations and both internal and external experts to identify and improve training content to enhance employee task mastery. May work independently or as a member of a team of peer training professionals.

Pay Range: $79,400 – $119,100 (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: Training & Operator Qualification Supervisor

Location: Frederick, Colorado

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

Essential Functions:
•    Assess the knowledge, skills and abilities of natural gas utility operations employees by performing tasks and assignments that develop and refine technical training and operator qualifications.
•    Proctors test and function as an Operator Qualification Evaluator, conducting hands-on performance evaluations in accordance with the company’s Operator Qualification Plan and 49 CFR, Part 192, Subpart N.
•    Perform natural gas utility operations classroom and hands-on technical training.
•    Ensure contractors are properly qualified and are performing covered tasks according to company procedures and regulatory requirements.
•    Assist with the interpretation of regulations and identify their applicability to Company business and operational policies and procedures.
•    Assist in reviewing, improving and/or developing training content and materials.
•    Provide technical support to managers, supervisors, and field personnel.
•    Maintain open communication with Operations personnel, Quality Management Department personnel, and direct supervisor.
•    Assist with the interpretation of regulations and identify their applicability to Company business and operational policies and procedures.
•    Provide technical support to managers, supervisors, and field personnel.
•    Input training records into Learning Management System.

Additional Responsibilities:
•    Coordinate and facilitate special projects.
•    Assist in the investigation of incidents and accidents.
•    Acquire membership and participate in industry associations.

What Is Required:
•    High School Diploma
•    5 or more years Relevant training or natural gas experience
•    Must become certified as an Operator Qualification Evaluator within six months. within 180 Days
•    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 50% of the time.

What Is Desired:
•    Experience performing instructor-led and hands-on training is helpful.
•    Fundamental knowledge of adult learning techniques along with classroom presentation, facilitation, and training skills.
•    Advanced knowledge of natural gas utility operation, equipment, maintenance, construction practices, utility emergency procedures, and State/Federal codes and regulations.
•    Knowledge of 49 CFR, Part 192, Subpart N, Operator Qualification (OQ) requirements.
•    Essential knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS).
•    Fundamental digital literacy and knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, etc.
•    Proficient written and oral communication skills.
•    Ability to mentor, guide others, and work effectively within a team environment.
•    Ability to explain technical theories, functions, regulations or procedures clearly and accurately.
•    Ability to work in a team environment.
•    Ability to multi-task with limited supervision.
•    Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.

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.  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:

Provide overall leadership and management for gas operations. Plan and direct all local operation personnel in the construction, maintenance and operation of gas systems and support construction activities. Actively participate as a member of the leadership team

Pay Range: 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.
Manager: $116,500 – $192,400
Senior Manager: $128,000 – $211,450

Reporting Relationship: General Manager of Colorado Operations

Location: Montrose, CO

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

Essential Functions:
•    Participate in the long-term strategic planning and regulatory filings processes to ensure safe, reliable and cost-effective service is delivered to our customers from the gas system.
•    Communicate, monitor and review goals and objectives on an ongoing basis to ensure they are consistent with the overall goals and objectives.
•    Support and be accountable for the preparation of annual operating and capital budgets process. Enlist support, analysis and recommendations from the Gas Utilities, Construction Services and Engineering groups into the preparation of annual operating budgets.
•    With support from the Gas Utilities groups, direct the development and execution of short-term and long-range planning for gas distribution systems.
•    Work closely with the leadership team and the Utilities Groups to efficiently integrate the work process and activities with other Utility group jurisdictions. Specific attention should be focused on the improvement of operational efficiencies, heightened safety awareness and performance, reduction of costs, enhanced regulatory relations and delivery of excellent customer service.
•    Strive to maintain the highest standards in the employee appraisal system. Ensure performance appraisals contain specific and measurable goals, as well as suggestions for the improvement and continue development of the employee.
•    Provide leadership to local operations in, construction, maintenance and operation of the gas system.
•    With support from the Gas Utilities Groups, monitor all applicable rules, regulations and codes that govern gas construction, maintenance and operation. Ensure operations and maintenance procedures reflect compliance with all regulations and policies, procedures and laws.
•    Ensure that financial, operational, safety and customer service goals are developed, communicated, monitored and achieved.

Additional Responsibilities:
•    With the support from the Gas Utilities Group, provide direction and oversight for the gas maintenance programs. Ensure that the planning, management and execution of these programs are performance based and monitored.
•    Other duties as assigned.

What Is Required:
All Levels:
•    Bachelor’s Degree Engineering, Business Administration or other relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience
•    Knowledge of gas system construction, operations, maintenance standards, procedures and governmental regulations.
•    In depth knowledge of the Gas Operations processes and work practices.
•    Extensive knowledge of DOT and OQ compliance regulations, O&M manual and government compliance.
•    Proven leadership and interpersonal skills.
•    Demonstrated ability to develop, monitor and accomplish strategic goals.
•    Demonstrated ability to self-direct workload and prioritize business needs.
•    Possess strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to articulate, communicate and influence.
•    Ability to effectively manage multiple major projects simultaneously.
•    Demonstrate the ability to represent the Company in front of various stakeholders, employee groups, major customers and regulatory agencies.
•    Ability to make decisions based on the factors and ability to work under stress and deadlines.
•    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 50% of the time.
Manager: 
•    Minimum of 5 years of leadership, utility industry, or other relevant experience.
Senior Manager:
•    Minimum of 10 years of leadership, utility industry, or other relevant experience. People leadership experience is 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), 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

We are seeking students who are eager to learn, self-motivated and are comfortable working independently. This internship will expose you to developing web applications and the technologies that web applications use for external customers self-service applications from development to production. You will work in a team environment and receive mentoring from skilled and knowledgeable professionals. Learn more about our internship program here: https://careers.blackhillsenergy.com/students

Pay:   $18-$21 per hour (Determined by the knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant.)

• Additional benefits include meaningful work, relocation benefits, intern week experience, casual dress code, plus you’ll earn 401k contributions during your internship.

Location: Rapid City, South Dakota

• To learn more about our company, visit our internship page and locations page on our career website.
• Intern Relocation Adjustment Allowance of $1,000.00 is offered for the purpose of assisting with various expenses associated with your relocation for the internship (less applicable taxes and based on eligibility). Contents of our relocation program are subject to change and may vary based on position.

Essential Functions:
•    Develop or modify functionality for the Customer Self-Service Portal.
•    Develop or modify functionality for internal web applications.
•    Learn and use Java, Spring Boot, and Angular.
•    Learn and use a variety of applications used in support of the portal applications.

What Is Required:
•    Must be actively enrolled in an educational program related to this type of internship and have completed a minimum of 1 year towards an Associates degree or 2 years towards a Bachelor’s degree. If you are a recent graduate, you must be within 1 year of your graduation date.
•    No experience required.

What Is Desired:
•    Strong verbal and written communication skills.
•    Ability to collaborate with employees and various business contacts in a professional and courteous manner.
•    Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
•    Ability to prepare and give presentations.
•    Attention to detail.
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.
•    Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of business information.

 

 

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).

Internship benefits include: Casual dress code and eligibility to earn 401(k) contributions.  

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

Work Location: Council Bluffs
Call Out Area: Council Bluffs
Residency Requirement: 20 miles from Council Bluffs city limits
Shift: 10am-6:30pm CT

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:

To provide complete customer service activities relative to sale, installation, repair and service of service equipment, in addition to a broad range of gas and electric appliances. Also maintain Natural Gas Distribution system to provide safe, reliable, energy to both residential and commercial/industrial customers.

Pay Range: $31.65 – $41.64 (Determined by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement)

Reporting Relationship: Gas Operations Manager

Location: Council Bluffs, Iowa

Essential Functions:
•    Installs and repairs service equipment plus both gas and electric appliances for residential and commercial customers. Visually examines appliances for defects, performs diagnostic tests applying mechanical, electrical and gas theory or principles to determine cause of malfunction; repair, adjust or replace components.
•    Promotes customer acceptance of non-regulated company programs such as Service Guard products and services. Resolves unusual service problems and customer complaints, providing cost estimates and recommendations on complex or uncommon malfunctions of customer owned appliances.
•    Locates gas services and mains for construction projects. Performs leak detection and cathodic protection activities and installs domestic, commercial and industrial meters and pressure regulating equipment.
•    When required, reads customer meters on a scheduled basis, contacts customers concerning collection of delinquent accounts and performs gas meter turn on and shut off activities in accordance with company policy.
•    Provides requested after hours (on call) services as required. Responds to all emergency requests, i.e.: reported gas leaks, suspected carbon monoxide, simulations, outages, etc., in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
•    Installs, removes and replaces gas meters, performs line locates, leak survey repairs, turn-on and turn-off activities according to company policies and reads meters as required.
•    Attend safety meetings and other employee training as assigned.
•    May participate in community relations activities.
•    Performs other duties, which are similar, related or incidental to this position and may work as directed, in other activities that require skills of a higher classification if qualified, as per Article 15 Section 3.
•    Must comply with Company’s Motor Vehicle Operation Policy and Procedure.

What Is Required:
•    High School Diploma or equivalent
•    3-5 or more years Appliance repair and/or installation & service or related experience.
•    Experience/skills in gas and electric appliance repair.
•    Driver License, Valid and in-state upon hire. 
•    CDL and/or Hazmat endorsement based on position assignment upon hire. 

What Is Desired:
•    Gas Operations degree
•    Formal Appliance repair or electric wiring diagram courses helpful
•    Knowledge of principles of natural gas.
•    Ability to read and understand wiring diagrams and schematics
•    Basic electricity knowledge.
•    Mechanical skills.
•    Strong appliance repair skills.
•    Good decision-making skills.
•    Ability to use electronic instruments for the diagnosis of complicated appliance repair problems.
•    Creative thinking on own with little supervision.
•    Decision-making skills related to safe operation of natural gas distribution system.
•    Strong customer relations skills related to maintain customer on our service program and to sell new products and services as they become available.

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:

Strategic management of external relationships with stakeholders, local officials, community partners and media to achieve successful results in reputational, issue and crisis management.

Pay Range: $86,700 – $130,050 (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: Public Affairs Regional Manager

Location: Casper, Gillette, or Cody WY

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

Essential Functions:
•    Proactive Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate effective communications channels and foster strong relationships with community, business, local and state governing agencies, civic and other leaders that position the company for growth and community impact. Position is expected to develop and execute a proactive media relations strategy to support local and company-wide initiatives.
•    Issues Management: Partners with company leaders, public affairs colleagues, and other internal partners to implement strategic communications plans that support regulatory, legislative, business development, franchise negotiations, and crisis response.
•    Community Impact: As a representative of Black Hills Energy in the community, this position is expected to facilitate the state’s sponsorship, donation and volunteer initiatives with a local steering team available to support and implement.
•    Travel: To build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external partners, this position requires frequent travel to communities across the state.

Additional Responsibilities:
•    Participate in company and public affairs team functions and projects.
•    Manage other projects as necessary.

What Is Required:
•    Bachelor’s Degree in relevant fields, including Communication, Communication Studies, Business Administration, Marketing, Public Administration and Journalism or a combination of education and experience required.
•    Minimum of 5 years of experience in the utility industry or a related field, i.e. communications, public administration, business administration and/or marketing required.
•    Proven ability to cultivate and maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders and community leaders to promote the company’s interests.
•    Experience in productive communications including public speaking, networking, and written reports and articles.
•    Proven teamwork and collaboration skills are critical to the success of this position.
•    Effective project management skills, including planning & organization.
•    Solid understanding of Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
•    Position requires frequent travel to communities throughout the state. Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
•    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 50% of the time.

What Is Desired:
•    Knowledge of utility operations and utility regulatory and legislative processes is preferred.
•    Experience in media relations to include strategy, messaging, creating press releases, and interviews.
•    Experience in implementing crisis communication strategies.
•    Experience in managing charitable donations and sponsorships.
•    Experience in managing a budget.

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 role the Operations Welder Technician will safely perform general gas distribution system maintenance, operation, and all facets of construction including welding installation of steel and polyethylene mains, fabrication of metering facilities.

Pay Range: $28.05 – $42.12 per hour / Grade 46 (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: Supervisor of Operations

Location: Palmer Lake, Colorado

Essential Functions:
•    Coordinates the location of other utilities underground facilities relative to construction activities.
•    Install facilities according to specifications such as trench depth/width, proper auguring, plowing and shoring.
•    Inspect and supervise construction activities of gas contract construction crews.
•    Maintain pipeline welding certifications and perform plastic fusion of mains and services and proper installation of mechanical fittings.
•    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.
•    Perform governmental compliance activities (PHMSA, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.)
•    Responsible for locating, coating, mapping, hot tapping, stopping, 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 accurate reporting and compliance with Safety and Environmental policies.

Additional Responsibilities:
•    Perform general customer service activity including, but not limited to, turn-ons and turn-offs, replace meters, collect unpaid bills, investigate calls regarding gas leaks and carbon monoxide presence.
•    Scheduled on-call rotation.
•    Perform and train others in the safe and efficient operation of gas distribution systems.

What Is Required:
•    High School Diploma or equivalent
•    Welding certification required within 4 months of hire.
•    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 50% of the time.

What Is Desired:
•    Comprehensive understanding of gas distribution construction, maintenance, system operations and safety procedures.
•    Knowledge of odorization, meter sizing and general construction practices.
•    Ability to read prints, layout projects and fabricate work, while meeting Black Hills Construction Standards.
•    Ability to make required spontaneous decisions during emergency conditions that may affect the safety of other employees, contractors, and the public.
•    Knowledge of basic properties of metals and plastic pipeline materials.
•    Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high-pressure systems.
•    Operate all plastic fusion equipment including all tools required for maintenance and emergency on plastic pipelines.
•    Operate micrometers, calipers, and thickness testing equipment.
•    Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record to allow operation of company vehicles.
•    Obtain or maintain required AP 1104 steel welding certification.
•    Ability to obtain and maintain PE fusion certificate.

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.  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.