Montana Dakota Utilities Hiring For Field Operations Coordinator at Sheridan, WY, United States Full Time

Job Description

Apply Online at: jobs.mdu.com/PositionDetail.aspx?ID=25473 or jobs.mdu.com – Applications submitted through Indeed will not be accepted, must apply on company website to be considered.Field Operations Coordinator / Sr.Company: Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. Department: Sheridan Electric Supt.Location: Sheridan, WY Hiring Manager: Brandon T JordanClosing Date: 08-24-2022 Job Type: Full-TimeSalary: $4,667/$5,400 – $5,833/$6,750 /monthPosition is eligible for Employee Referral Program.Job Summary: Responsible for placing safety as #1 priority in day to day work routine for self and others. Responsible for pre-engineering, project coordination, inspection, related design, justification of electric distribution and transmission systems and other construction related activities. Responsible for facilitating and coordinating the construction of approved facilities and acts as a liaison withEngineering, Environmental, Safety, Energy Services, Construction Services, local municipalities, and consultants with both internal and external customers.Job Responsibilities1. Provides pre-engineering and related engineering design along with project coordination with region management, in the most efficient manner. Contributes to the justification of electric distribution and transmission systems and other construction related activities.2. Prepares construction authorizations, maps, forms, locates, and other documents relating to construction and maintenance of projects and equipment. Prepares work orders and purchase orders as needed.3. Serves as liaison between the company crews, customers, architects, engineers, contractors and consultants regarding systems design and construction while ensuring safe and appropriate construction practices are observed according to Company,State and Federal regulations.4. Coordinates the acquisition of Rights of Way, Permits and Easements in conjunction with projects.5. Oversees and provides inspection for crews performing construction, maintenance or restoration duties.6. Recommends changes to policies, practices, standards, and procedures that may enhance efficiency, reliability, or safety.7. Works with customers to mitigate and repair abnormal operating conditions to our existing electric system .8. Assists in the response to emergency situations and assists in coordination of repairs in accordance with company policies and procedures.9. Represents Operations at utility coordination and/or pre-construction meetings.10. Accepts “After Hours On-Call Duty” as assigned.11. Performs other tasks and special projects as assigned.In addition the Field Operations Coordinator Sr.12. Coordinates the acquisition of Rights of Way, Permits and Easements in conjunction with projects.13. Schedules work for company and contract crews. Provides inspection for crews performing construction, maintenance or restoration duties.14. Responds to emergency situations and assists in coordination of repairs in accordance with company policies and procedures15. Recommends changes to policies, practices, standards, and procedures that may enhance efficiency, reliability, or safety and acts as a subject matter expert within Field Operations.16. Provides leadership and guidance and assists with training of Field Operations Coordinator.17. Performs operator qualification performance evaluations for field employees.* This position exists in several locations and the emphasis of the various job functions will vary from location to location.Minimum Qualifications: MDU Resources Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status.Field Operations Coordinator / Sr.Field Operations Coordinator

• Must possess a working knowledge of electric utility operations at a level normally acquired through a two-year degree with strong technical emphasis; and
• Two years related work experience; or
• Acceptable combination of related work experience and education .

Field Operations Coordinator Sr.

• Must possess a working knowledge of gas and/or electric utility operations at a level normally acquired through a two-year degree with strong technical emphasis; and
• Four years related work experience, with at least one year as a Field Operations Coordinator; or
• Acceptable combination of related work experience and education .

Key Skills & Competencies

• Demonstrates ability to work with potential customers and outside entities, including municipalities and utilities.
• Demonstrate skills, knowledge and ability to recognize matters needing attention and to initiate action on that recognition.
• Excellent organizational, customer service, and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm, work safely and prioritize work including during stressful situations.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple groups on a project including during emergencies.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficient in the operation and use of personal computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite and Mobile applications .
• Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs and data from cyber-attack, damage or unauthorized access.
• May be required to submit to periodic background checks if position requires access to security sensitive business locations and/or systems.
• Required to maintain a valid driver’s license.
• May be subject to substance abuse testing program.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, no sponsorships considered.

Apply Online at: jobs.mdu.com/PositionDetail.aspx?ID=25473 or jobs.mdu.com – Applications submitted through Indeed will not be accepted, must apply on company website to be considered.MDU Resources Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status.Job Type: Full-timePay: $4,667.00 – $5,400.00 per monthBenefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
MDU follows CDC GuidanceWork Location: One location