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NorthWestern Energy Combination District Superintendent in Scotland, South Dakota
Scotland, SD, USA | Distribution Operations - SD/NE | Hourly | 31.47-52.45 per hour | Regular Full Time
Combination District Superintendent
Work Location : Scotland, SD
Pay range : Union Rate $31.47 to $52.45 per hour
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 District Superintendent Combined position functions in rural areas of South Dakota where NorthWestern Energy provides both natural gas and electric services. They are responsible for overall electric services in their area and often operate independently to address customer billing and utility concerns or to complete service orders. As a Combination District Superintendent, they typically provide electric and natural gas services and respond to gas emergencies, set up work orders, plan jobs, assist in the work as qualified, or supervise. If tasks exceed their qualifications, they may call for assistance from specialists such as Gas Technicians & Line Technicians. Superintendents must be able to work independently, manage projects, be on call, respond to emergencies as needed (including after hours), and work outside in all weather conditions.
We offer great benefits:
NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,600 amazing people and serve over 800,000 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 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:
Communicate verbally and understand audible signals to maintain safety at the worksite and during emergency/safety situations
Troubleshoot power or gas outages and local electric and gas distribution or transmission problems
Complete service work related to all aspects of electric power line and gas distribution (as required and qualified)
Perform low or high-voltage electrical work (as required and qualified) and meter-related service work as needed
Install underground electric lines and retire overhead lines
Frame, install, or replace poles
Operate bucket trucks, climb poles, and work at heights to service lines or other equipment
Fix streetlights and ready-guard lights
Set gas or electric meters to monitor utility consumption for residential, commercial, and industrial clients
Cathodic system maintenance and repair
Maintenance and repair of gas distribution lines and equipment
Assist with the maintenance of Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) facilities
Interact with the public and help resolve customer-billing issues
Operate equipment, install pipe, and perform meter-related service work as needed
Maintain company facilities and property as required
Complete needed paperwork and computer data entry to address customer-billing issues and plan projects
Ability to assume a leadership role in response to emergency situations
Plan projects and direct crews to complete work in an area
Participate as a team member to complete work in an area
Fuse plastic pipes
Drive to installation locations
Adapt to technological changes as they are implemented
Perform rubber gloving; specific techniques for safely working with electric lines and equipment as qualified
Organize equipment and perform regular and preventative maintenance
Locate electric & gas facilities
Use appropriate PPE
Work overtime including on-call availability for evening and weekend shifts-especially in response to acute service needs
You must agree to live within an area approved by the company that allows for adequate response to our customers in call out and emergency situations
Other duties as assigned
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:
High school diploma or equivalent
Natural gas and/or power line degree preferred
Ability to complete Operator Qualification requirements as assigned by the company to perform gas-related services and activities as stipulated by 49 CFR Part 192.
A bility to become plastic fusion certified within 12 months
Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or the ability to obtain upon request, and satisfactory driving record
First Aid/CPR Certification
Knowledge of applicable codes and safety rules
Commitment to safe working practices and knowledge of safety policies/procedures
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus (https://getintoenergy.org/courses/energy-industry-fundamentals-2-0/) (click the link to certify at no cost)
Requisition #4922
Posting Dates: March 17, 2026 through March 31, 2026
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 job.inquiries@northwestern.com .