Apprentice Fitter Service​/Welder; UN

Job Specifications

Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800+ communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today-for our customers, communities and each other.

A Gas Apprentice Fitter Serviceman/Welder is an employee in a three‑year training program which leads to classification as a Gas Fitter Serviceman/Welder once training is completed. The purpose of the Gas Fitter Serviceman/Welder position is to construct, install, maintain and perform inspections on natural gas mains, services, regulators, regulator stations, commercial and residential meters. The position is also required to maintain applicable welding certifications/operator qualifications and weld on pressurized and non‑pressurized natural gas pipeline facilities.

$37.52 - $50.02 per hour (Determined by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement)

Gas Operations Supervisor

Cheyenne, WY

• Responsible for installing, hot tapping, stopping, mapping, relocating, replacing, maintaining, and repairing gas lines. Operate mechanical trenching/excavation equipment and related tools necessary for all functions of the natural gas business.
• Respond and troubleshoot both emergency and routine orders.
• Perform inspection of all natural gas appliances to ensure safe operation. Inspect and service natural gas odorization equipment in multiple settings.
• Perform PE fusions, operational surveys, meter reading, valve maintenance, material handling, line locating, regulation station inspections, leak surveys.
• Responsible for performing and inspecting pipeline and structural welding required for construction and maintenance of Company facilities including the installation, operation, and maintenance of all gas pipeline related facilities.
• Complete all required skills, operator qualifications, and associated tasks, as well as the required three‑year gas apprenticeship program as outlined by the Union 111 CBA.

• Required to work non‑traditional hours on a rotating call out schedule and able to maintain a 33% call out.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of natural gas maintenance, utility, service, installation, or related technical experience in a related field.
• Completion of at least 6 months in Welder Trainee classification or have equivalent training or experience as determined by the company.
• API 1104 Certified and be able to pass company welding and fusions certifications within 6 months of employment.
• Class A CDL License with Hazmat Endorsement within 6 months of employment.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids, and high‑pressure systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain knowledge of company policies and practices, Company Operations Procedures, Emergency Procedures, State and Federal Codes as they apply to the work, and regulatory and tariff requirements.
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
• High regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the public.
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required job schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Ability to operate all welding and plastic fusion equipment, including all tools required for maintenance and emergency on steel and plastic pipelines.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to respond in all types of weather conditions.
• This position requires driving responsibilities. You must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company and insurer standards.
• This role will be required to travel up to 10% of the time.

• Ability to work from job related blueprints, sketches, and diagrams.
• Knowledge of basic…