Gas Transmission Control Room Operator (Gas Transmission Operator)

Description

The Gas Transmission Operator is a member of the natural gas transmission system crew. The Gas Transmission Operator is responsible for controlling and monitoring flows and pressures on the Northwestern Energy natural gas transmission, storage, distribution, and production systems located in Montana, South Dakota, and Nebraska as well as the Havre Pipeline Company system located in Montana. The Gas Transmission Operator will be expected to learn all functions of the job, including remote operation of compressors, regulators as well as recognizing and reacting to abnormal operating conditions.

• Coordinating flows with other gas transmission lines connected to the Northwestern Energy transmission and distribution systems and recording and reporting transmission system
• Recognize and respond to abnormal operating conditions and implement real-time actions that ensure stable and reliable operation of the natural gas transmission system
• Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• Responsible for controlling and monitoring flows on the NorthWestern Energy natural gas transmission, storage, distribution, and production systems, including transmission tie lines with other utilities
• Record and report transmission, storage, distribution, and production systems data and complete other tasks as assigned by supervisors
• Assumes responsibility and authority to implement real-time actions that ensure stable and reliable operations of the natural gas transmission system

Requirements

Drug Test: Required

Background Check: Required

• Must obtain Department of Transportation (DOT) certification for operation of gas system
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus (click here to certify at no cost)
• Strong continuous computer operating experience and proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Some overnight travel is required up 0-5%
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Able to quickly learn specialized computer applications
• Able to make decisions quickly and accurately
• Five (5) week rotating shift that includes twelve (12) hour rotating shift work is required as well as 8 hour training shifts
• Able to think clearly and function appropriately in high stress situations
• All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics

Benefits

Relocation Benefit: Negotiable

Pay range: Union Rate $47.42 to $51.00 per hour

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

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance