Overview
Field Operator Trainee Jobs in Cut Bank, MT at NorthWestern Energy
Title: Field Operator Trainee
Company: NorthWestern Energy
Location: Cut Bank, MT
Qualifications Include
- High school diploma or equivalent Required to complete
- Qualified Operator in accordance with PHMSA Title 49 CFR, Part 192 and Subpart N within six months of hire
- Required to complete NWE Gas Operator Qualification and HAZMAT programs within six months of hire
- Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record and have the ability to obtain a CDL if required
- Commitment to safe working practices and knowledge of safety policies/procedures
- Technical college degree with mechanical or electronic focus, or similar military or industrial experience preferred
- Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Duties Include
- Maintain assigned gas wells, pipelines, and well houses
- Monitor and maintain associated equipment as necessary
- Monitor, maintain, and refill methanol pumps to keep wells from freezing
- Monitor and take readings on compressors and dehydrators
- Make accurate measurements and ensure that automated electronic measures function properly
- Ensure sour gas monitors are functioning
- Collect dew point measurements at gathering stations
- Calibrate well meters
Monitor pipelines, containments, or pits around wells for potential leaks; ensure catchments are pumped as needed
- Perform general housekeeping duties around compressor station facilities
- Perform grounds maintenance around well heads and well houses; mow and spray weeds
- Review morning reports and scheduled maintenance lists to identify wells in need of maintenance
- Communicate verbally and understand audible signals in emergency/safety situations
- Respond to emergencies and live within 30 minutes of the mainline #1 facility
- Complete required documentation, activity logs, water transfers, etc.
- Required to complete the 8 levels progression training program from field operator trainee to field operator
- Perform individual lifts and manipulate needed equipment weighing up to 75 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
Full-time position.
$32.34 to $49.76, depending on experience. Benefits include: 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 Program (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents); 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 training opportunities; paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays.
Open through May 14, 2026.
Apply online at: https://northwesternenergy.applicantpro.com/jobs/4073109
