Operator Maintenance Journeyman

The hydro operator/maintenance Journeyman is responsible for the safe maintenance and operation of hydro-electric power equipment at the Hydroelectric Dam Power stations. This includes the turbine generator, auxiliary and station ancillary equipment, housekeeping at associated facilities, stream flow management and documentation, line switching and proper clearance procedures. Maintenance of all powerhouse, dam, and recreation facilities is also required. The individual must ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations related to the operation and maintenance of the project as well as safe work practices and public safety.

• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• Safely perform individual lifts of parts, equipment, and supplies weighing up to a maximum of 50 pounds
• Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
• Perform and maintain housekeeping standards and duties including sweeping, mopping, taking out trash, shoveling snow
• Investigate and trouble shoot problems with plant power generation including turbine control equipment and electrical and mechanical systems; provide follow-up reports/analysis as needed
• Issue Lockout/Tagouts as required
• Perform all operations and maintain the power plant in a safe, reliable, and compliant manner
• Assist with the assembly, disassembly, repair, and adjustments of all mechanical equipment
• Comply and follow all site safety requirements and procedures
• Conduct routine inspections of plant systems and equipment including reading and recording gauges and meters
• Represent NorthWestern Energy and interact effectively and responsibly with internal company employees and external agencies; this includes providing feedback to production teams and operators
• Perform startup and shutdown of main plant components and auxiliaries
• Perform routine operational tests and adjustments on all power plant systems and components as required
• Maintain accurate operating logs, records, time sheets, work orders and other administrative documents related to the power plant; complete any other required paperwork, computer work, and documentation
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance duties on all major equipment and systems as well as emergency backup systems
• Work overtime including on-call availability for evenings and weekends -especially in response to acute service needs
• Maintain and update plant operating manuals, technical references, prints and diagrams and preventive/predictive maintenance records; develop and revise plant operation and maintenance procedures
• Identify safety hazards and take corrective actions as necessary

Background Check: Required

Drug Test: Required

• Working knowledge of AC and DC equipment
• Working knowledge of rotating electrical and mechanical equipment
• Working knowledge of dams and related equipment.
• Perform math skills sufficient to account for water flow, generation, etc
• Demonstrate knowledge of protective relaying and control devices and computerized automation
• Have a good understanding of plant computerized automation.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• Must pass physical test to access all areas of the hydro plants, including climbing ladders, confined and cramped wet slippery quarters and traveling rough terrain
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus (click here to certify at no cost)
• All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
• Commitment to safe working practices and knowledge of safety policies/procedures
• Electrical experience or familiarity with troubleshooting electrical systems and components preferred

Relocation Benefit: Negotiable

Pay range: Union Rate $52.69 per hour

• Paid bereavement leave
• Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
• Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays
• Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
• 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 health)
• Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
• Paid training opportunities