79300-121200 per year | Closes 07-Feb-2024 (MST) | Missoula, MT, USA | Salary | Distribution Operations - MT | Regular Full Time

　　Electric Operations Supervisor

　　Work Location : Missoula, MT

　　Pay range : $79,300 to $121,200 per year

　　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 Supervisor of Electric Operations is responsible for the efficient scheduling and supervision of electric utility and contract crews and service crews engaged in the construction and maintenance of the electric transmission and distribution systems.

　　We offer great benefits:

　　NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ 1,500 amazing people and serve 753,600 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)

　　Tuition 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:

　　Demonstrate leadership consistent with NorthWestern Energy's code, values, policies, processes and controls

　　Utilize management practices to maintain employee engagement and productivity

　　Effectively manage budgets, ensuring proper cost controls

　　Lead special projects and utilize change and project management techniques as required

　　Supervise electric utility crews, contract crews, and service crews in the division service territory

　　Supports division small town personnel

　　Ensure work is completed in compliance with all appropriate laws, rules, and regulations

　　Provide instruction in and ensure compliance with proper work methods, construction standards, and safety procedures

　　Schedule daily and long-term crew assignments to ensure production goals are met

　　Brief direct reports and develop service packets as needed

　　Participate in the development of annual budgets

　　Develop and participate in all aspects of hiring, performance appraisals, safety accountability checks, and process claims reports

　　Stand in for the Supervisor of Gas Operations and Supervisor of Operations Planning as needed

　　Work on-call rotation schedules, evenings, weekends, and in response to acute service needs

　　Work effectively with customers and the general public

　　Develop and maintain strong interpersonal relationships with peers, co-workers, and other internal and external customers

　　Extensive daily computer usage

　　Perform constant sitting, frequent standing and walking, occasional lifting up to 35 pounds

　　All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to 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

　　Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:

　　Criteria for hiring Entry to Mid-Level

　　High School Diploma or equivalent

　　Post-Secondary education/degree or experienced certified journeyman lineman preferred

　　Working knowledge in electric utility (transmission, distribution, and substation) business and construction methodologies preferred

　　Supervisory/leadership experience a plus

　　Strong computer skills, including Microsoft office and ability to learn and effectively use proprietary software

　　Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record

　　First Aid/CPR Certification or ability to acquire

　　Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record

　　Strong business acumen desired

　　Criteria for hiring and/or promotion to Upper Level

　　All of the above plus;

　　Bachelor's degree in Engineering or;

　　Bachelor's degree in a Non-Engineering field or Journeyman lineman qualifications with relevant work experience and knowledge may be considered subject to review and approval by upper management

　　Strong leadership skills including interpersonal communication skills

　　Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a department and department staff members

　　Requisition #4238

　　Posting Dates: January 24, 2024 through February 7, 2024

　　Department/Division: Distribution Operations

　　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 [email protected] .