Operations Person Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

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.

Position summary:

Utility Person locates underground electric lines and detects underground electric faults for new construction or service restoration support. This position provides light maintenance and upkeep of Company property and facilities.

Pay Range: $28.96 - $35.84 per hour (Determined by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement)

Reporting Relationship: Electric Operations Supervisor

Location: Canon City, Colorado

Essential Functions:
    Locates underground electric lines and faults.
    Utilize locating equipment and system maps to complete electric utility locate orders.
    Responsible to completed upkeep of yard and facility assignments.
    Responsible to complete assignments and directives assigned by Management.
    Assist with job coordination for timely completion of work, this includes working with internal departments and external vendors.
Additional Responsibilities:
    Responsible for completing assigned tasks equivalent or lower than this classification.
    Responsible for participating in the training of fellow employees.
    Responsible for upkeep and possession of power tools and equipment.
    Provide support to line operations as equipment operator and material handler
    Ability to communicate with assigned crew, co-workers, management and general public.
    Maintain compliance with company policies and procedures.
    Must be willing to work overtime.
    Willingness to travel to remote areas to perform work.
What Is Required:
    High School Diploma or equivalent.
    Class A CDL License must be obtained within 6 months of hire and maintained as a condition of employment.
What Is Desired:
    Minimum of 2 years of utility locating experience.
    Ability to use problem solving skills and location equipment to complete work.
    Ability to troubleshoot and solve equipment failures.
    Able to perform work safely and alert other employees of safety hazards in the area.
    Skilled at complying with applicable safety standards, policies and procedures.

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

About our Company: We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package!  Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), critical illness, accident & group hospital insurance, pet insurance, an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.  If there is anything that may show up in these reports that may conflict with the position requirements, feel free to contact the Black Hills Energy recruiting team at [email protected]. 

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran.  If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit  careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information.