Deer Lodge, MT, USA | Operations - MT | Hourly | 27.65-48.07 per hour | Regular Full Time
Operations & Warehouse Technician
Work Location : Deer Lodge, MT
Pay range : $27.65 to $48.07 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 Operations & Warehouse Technician will oversee the daily operation of the gas transmission materials warehouse. Review daily material requisition process while incorporating review of overstock report for excess materials on system. Validation of pedigree of materials received. Batching of the materials within the SAP linear asset management (LAM) system. Reconciling of materials issued, installed, and scrapped. Will research and purchase non-stores materials as requested and review daily transactions for reasonableness, utilizing various SAP reports to assist in daily duties. Responsible to oversee complete yearly inventory of all storage locations in gas transmission.
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 health)
Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
Continuing education reimbursement
Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
Paid parental leave
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:
Establish working relationships with vendors
Material requests
Quote process
Establish agreement on pricing for materials
Work directly with procurement group
Perform materials and supplied requisition and procurement procedures to meet the demands of gas transmission staff
Process material requests evaluating materials available and determining materials to order
Create purchase requests
Perform all tasks associated with receiving and shipping materials to/from vendors, suppliers, other warehouses and designated work sites.
Exception report for deliveries
Validate material documentation
Complete batching of the validated materials in the LAM system
Application of batch number or bar code
Perform required inventory functions
Monthly, quarterly, annually as required
Gather, prepare, and stage materials for all shop fabrication and field construction and maintenance work
Process all daily SAP transactions for issues, returns, transfers and receipts via PC or bar code hand held device
Process and review all reports to ensure on hand quantities/values, date of last physical inventory, open transfers/PO's are properly received, and review any other reporting necessary to perform job
Contact person for fleet and facility maintenance issues, oversee keeping warehouse, yards and all related equipment safe and orderly
Oversee and participate in plastic gas pipe expiration process, as required for gas transmission needs
Local contact for yearly company Obsolete Material Review
Manage the purchase and tracking of tool requests
Perform and document daily forklift inspections
Attend staff meetings, as required, to ensure efficient flow of materials and review job planning information
Assist in development of material standards, processes, and material specifications (masters)
Evaluate and improve layouts of warehouse and material yards for efficiency gains and safe operation
Respond/research/purchase requests from management and crews
Manage freight and small package shipping needs for Deer Lodge
Supervise temporary summer worker where applicable
Travel to other work locations with some overnight travel required (up to 25% to 30% travel per year)
Must be able to safely perform physical tasks such as lifting up to 50lbs repeatedly
The ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position, consistent with applicable laws and reasonable accommodation requirements
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 objective
Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
High school diploma or equivalency
Valid Driver's license and satisfactory driving record
Forklift Certification or ability to obtain is required (NorthWestern Energy will provide training, if necessary)
Equipment operator license for backhoe, excavator, and side-boom is a plus (NorthWestern Energy will provide training, if necessary)
Knowledge of Code of Federal Regulations 49Part192 is beneficial
Understanding of utility and gas transmission process, policies, and standards is a plus
Pipeline material knowledge is preferred
Knowledge of steel materials is preferred
Experience with asset tracking, inventory processes are beneficial
Knowledge of inventory procedures and warehouse safety
Computer skills are essential (email, Microsoft office, material management systems)
Experience with SAP platform and material management module is a bonus
Knowledge on SAP's linear asset management (LAM) system is a plus
Possess record-keeping, filing, and organizational skills
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 #5045
Posting Dates: July 29, 2026 through Open Until Filled
Department/Division: 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 .
