Field Operations Coordinator / Sr. at Montana-Dakota Utilities Co (MDU)

Montana-Dakota Utilities Co (MDU) · Yakima, United States Of America · Onsite

2025-10-27 13:00:00.0

$80,169.00 - $105,570.00

Professional
Office in Yakima

Responsible for project coordination, pre-engineering, inspection, related design, justification of gas distribution and transmission systems and other construction related activities. Independently coordinates the construction of approved facilities. Provides guidance and support to Engineering, Environmental, Safety, Energy Services, Construction Services, local municipalities, consultants and internal and external customers. Supports the resolution of emergency response. Responsible for placing safety as #1 priority in day-to-day work routine for self and others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Field Operations Coordinator: ($80,169 - $91,860)

Must possess a working knowledge of gas utility operations at a level normally acquired through a two-year degree with strong technical emphasis; and
Two years related energy industry work experience.

Field Operations Coordinator, Sr: ($84,460 - $105,570)

Must possess a working knowledge of gas utility operations at a level normally acquired through a two-year degree with strong technical emphasis; and
Four years related energy industry experience, with at least one year as a Field Operations Coordinator; and
Successful completion of one-year gas Field Operations Coordinator training courses.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

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.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, no sponsorships considered.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
Must complete one-year gas and/or electric Field Operations Coordinator training courses. Upon enrollment, the course must be complete within 12 months.

JOB RESPONSIBILTIES

Provides pre-engineering and related engineering design along with project coordination with region management, in the most efficient manner. Contributes to the justification of gas distribution and transmission systems and other construction related activities.
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.
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.
Coordinates the acquisition of Rights of Way, Permits and Easements in conjunction with projects.
Performs other tasks and special projects as assigned.

This position exists in several locations and the emphasis of the various job functions will vary from location to location.

Application Deadline: November 6, 2025