20.55-21.22 per hour | Thompson Falls, MT, USA | Hourly | Energy Supply | Temporary

Hydro Aide

Work Location : Thompson Falls, MT / Thompson Falls Dam

Pay range : $20.55 per hour Union Rate ($21.22 effective 5/1/25)

Employment Status: Temporary (May through September, 2025)

External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com

Internal candidates apply through iConnect (https://iconnect.nwe.northwesternenergy.com/Employee-Portal/?m) .

About this position:

The Hydro Aide will assist the plant personnel in performing routine grounds maintenance and general labor tasks. They will be assigned clean-up, painting, mowing, weed cutting and other duties. The position will be required to operate mowers and other vehicles in addition to using a variety of hand tools. This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive, position will include other reasonable work expectations as assigned. This position is temporary through the summer months usually from mid-May until Labor Day and employer provided housing is available.

About this job:

• Operate mobile equipment including various types of mowers, and grass trimming equipment, etc..

• General plant clean-up and organization

• Cleaning and painting equipment and buildings

• Use of hand tools

• Weed management and removal

• Operate and repair sprinklers

• Perform individual lifts and manipulate equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

• 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:

• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team

• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record

• Must pass physical test to access all areas of the hydro plants, including climbing ladders, access into confined and cramped wet slippery quarters and traversing rough terrain

  Requisition #4724

  Posting Dates: March 20, 2025 through Open Until Filled

  Department/Division: Energy Supply / Hydro

  Employment Physical: Required

  Drug Test: Required

  Background Check: Required

  Relocation Benefit: None

  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