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NORTHWESTERN ENERGY Ground Worker Electric in MISSOULA, Montana
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Valid Commercial Drivers License and satisfactory driving record
- First Aid/CPR Certification
- Knowledge of applicable codes and safety policies/procedures
- Interest/aptitude potential to move into apprenticeship
- Continued employment dependent upon overall performance and success in moving into the apprenticeship program
- Agree to live within an area approved by the company that allows for adequate response to our customers in call out and emergency situations
- Ability to work overtime including call out availability for evening and weekend shifts - especially in response to acute service needs
- Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 75 pounds
- Ability to pass an employment physical, a drug test and a background check
- Certification from a qualified pre apprentice training program a plus
DUTIES INCLUDE:
Communicate verbally and understand audible signals in emergency/safety situations and in general to assist in keeping worksite area safe
Assist line crews to install, maintain and service the electric power-line transmission system
Observe and perform safe practices for operating in the vicinity of crews working on potentially hazardous electrified equipment
Organize, restock and perform basic preventative maintenance on equipment, trucks and shop
Use hand tools and operate heavy equipment to dig ditches and pole holes
Follow directions from crew members
Work as a team member to safely and efficiently complete work activities
Use problem-solving skills and initiative to foresee equipment needs of the crew and to identify and alert the crew to potential safety concerns
Tie specific knots and use blocks, tackles, pulleys and hand lines
Adapt to technological changes as they are implemented
Organize and perform regular and preventative maintenance on equipment
Interact with the public appropriately to maintain safety on work site
Adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission and strategic business objectives
Full-time, seasonal position. Layoff expected 12/19/2025, subject to recall the following spring.
$33.55 per hour (up to $36.64 per hour on 5/1/2025). Benefits include: 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%; healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision; Health Savings Account (HSA); healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA); Employee Assistance Programs; Life Insurance; paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays.
Apply by March 10, 2025.