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Maintenance Technician

Location: Fayetteville, AR, United States

Job ID: 35395

Date Posted: Sep 13, 2024

Position will close at 12:00am CT on Sep 24, 2024

Salary: $24.5 to $36.59 Hourly

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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 Maintenance Technician you will be required to maintain all necessary operator qualifications (OQs) to perform mechanical installation and subsequent repair and maintenance of pipelines for natural gas utility.

Pay Range:$24.50 - $36.59 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:Fayetteville, Arkansas

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for installing, relocating, replacing, maintaining and repairing gas lines.

• Inspect pipeline and structural welding required for construction and maintenance of Company facilities including the installation, operation and maintenance of distribution and transmission facilities.

• Estimate pipeline jobs, provide developer/contractor bids and complete AFE requests.

• Coordinate schedules, safety programs & communications, and assist in qualification evaluation.

• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Responsible for inventory and compliance reporting.

• Achieve and maintain all Operator Qualifications and requirements applicable to the job classification.

• May be required to carry a company-provided cell phone, work non-traditional hours as needed, and respond or be on stand-by during non-working hours, especially related to company emergencies.

• Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Federal, State or Local certifications where required to perform work. Upon Hire

• Ability to interact positively with customers and respond to customer inquiries.

• Capability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required job schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to hand dig and expose other utilities.

• Ability to deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and integrity.

• Maintain regular, diligent attendance and a consistently high level of performance.

• Ability to work from written and verbal instructions.

• Basic math and digital literacy.

What Is Desired Or Can Be Taught:

• 3-4 years 3 years minimum industry experience preferred, but not required. Training is provided.

• Class A CDL License

• Previous utility and construction experience is helpful.

• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high-pressure systems.

• Knowledge of load sizing for measurement.

• Knowledge of operating cost associated with the equipment in area of responsibility.

• Knowledge of basic properties of metals.

• Knowledge of micrometers, calipers, and thickness testing equipment operations.

• General knowledge of regulators and relief valves found on project lines and main lines and general meter sets.

• Ability to become familiar with company policies and practices, and regulatory and tariff requirements.

• Ability to operate and maintain equipment such as a backhoe, trenchers and other digging equipment.

• Ability to run pipeline construction equipment.

• Ability to lead and interpret job related blueprints and diagrams.

• Job planning and prioritizing.

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

About our Company:We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package! Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

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.

Wage: 24.5 to 36.59

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