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NorthWestern Energy Craftsman 1st Class Pipeline Welder in Deer Lodge, Montana
25.34-50.81 per hour | Deer Lodge, MT, USA | Hourly | Transmission | Regular Full Time
Craftsman 1st Class Pipeline Welder
Work Location : Deer Lodge, MT
Pay range : $25.34 to $50.81 per hour
Employment Status: Regular Full-time
External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com
Internal candidates apply through iConnect (https://iconnect.nwe.northwesternenergy.com/Employee-Portal/?m) .
About this position:
The Craftsman 1st will be responsible for welding, fabrication, and various assigned tasks, including general labor, pipe bending, tapping, and stopping work on high-pressure transmission pipelines and related facilities, such as compressor stations and city gate stations. In some cases, duties may also include welding on low-pressure production lines and facilities, as well as gas distribution pipelines and associated infrastructure.
We offer great benefits:
NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,500 amazing people and serve 775,300 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:
401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
Continued education reimbursement
Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
Paid parental leave
Paid bereavement leave
Paid training opportunities
Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays
Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.
About this job:
Will be expected to successfully complete both the butt weld and full size branch-connection weld on 12 ¾ " pipe in accordance with API 1104 requirements. Requalification will occur every six months
Complete an in-service qualification test in accordance with API 1104 Appendix B utilizing E7018 electrodes
Possess the welding skills and experience necessary to make welds acceptable to the levels established by the API Standard 1104 - Welding of Pipelines and Related Facilities. Craftsman's welds will be subject to non-destructive testing (radiography) to establish soundness
Weld repair sleeves, pressure control fittings or hot tap fittings onto high-pressure transmission pipelines while in service is required.
Perform all labor-type duties assigned such as; shoveling, coating (tape, wax, epoxy) pipe, loading and unloading material, filling and placing sandbags under pipe, pouring concrete, installing and tightening flange bolts and other work required to complete construction and maintenance activities on the gas transmission system
Work in stressful situations, managing multiple projects with conflicting goals under strict deadlines
Communicate regularly with other departments, groups, and staff within the organization to achieve organizational goals
Have a high level for detail, including tracking material instillation and ensuring proper documentation processes are completed
Have a high level of safety awareness in the shop, field and able to communicate effectively with all associates
Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally
Must live within 45 minutes of the assigned work location in Deer Lodge, Montana
Overtime up to 500 hours a year may be required
Craftsman must respond to call-outs for any pipeline related emergencies on a 24/7 basis
Extensive travel away from home, up to 100% of the time within all NorthWestern Energy operating areas
All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Demonstrates leadership consistent with NorthWestern Energy's code, values, policies, processes and controls
Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
5 years of experience in natural gas or oil pipeline construction or fabrication is desired
Ability to build good working relationships within workgroup, engineering, supervisors, and others.
Ability to perform work primarily outdoors during all times of the year
Craftsman position subject to all shop, field and weather hazards including: smoke, grinding dust, loud noises, open flames, welding arcs, hot and cold outdoor temperatures
Must possess a valid Montana driver's license. Required to have or be able to obtain a Montana State Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Must be physically fit and flexible enough to perform pipe welds in various positions. Requires bending and twisting to successfully perform welds
Requisition #4646
Posting Dates: March 19, 2025 through Open until filled ( 1st preference given to applications received by April 2nd)
Department/Division: Gas Transmission and Storate
Employment Physical: Required
Drug Test: Required
Background Check: Required
Relocation Benefit: Negotiable
Telecommuting: None
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at job.inquiries@northwestern.com .