Operations Service Specialist (UN667)

Job Description
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:

Support the utility operations team with direct support for scheduling, entering customer information, documenting work and providing support for the team.

Pay Range: $22.86 - $29.45 per hour (Determined by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement)

Reporting Relationship: Supervisor Utility Support

Location: Cannon City, Colorado

Essential Functions:
• In coordination with the Utility Construction Planning and Operations departments schedule daily work for service and operational employees and/or crews through scheduling tools.
• Monitor scheduling tools and provide support to Operations Supervisors with scheduling employees for PTO, training and appointments.
• Provide support for updating schedules on company intranet sites and community emergency plans.
• Support meter issue investigations, processing meter changes and equipment orders.
• Support service-related work in coordination with the Operations Supervisor.
• Assist with expense reporting, processing invoices, submit invoices for 3rd party damage and invoicing technical services.
• Assist in tracking contract deposits and refunds for customer construction.
• Assist with processing, scanning, filing and maintaining operations related materials and data entry into electronic systems.
• Provide support to Supervisor regarding customer matters.
• Assist with arranging meetings.

Additional Responsibilities:
• Promote culture of safety, compliance, teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Exercise appropriate level of independent judgment on Company proprietary and confidential matters.
• Provide support to other areas of the Company as requested or assigned.
• Maintain positive working relationships with all Company employees.
• Ability to work with confidential customer information and maintain confidentiality

What You'll Need:
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum (3) three years of related experience

What Is Desired Or Can Be Taught:
• Experience in a utility environment
• Requires knowledge of utility rules and regulations as required.
• Requires the ability to perform basic mathematic calculations.
• Ability to gain knowledge and understanding of electrical transmission and distribution system.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-task environment as a collaborative team member.
• Independent, well-organized, self-starter and able to adapt to change.
• Ability to develop and implement work processes which contribute to increased efficiencies.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to accurately resolve customer complaints in a diplomatic and professional manner.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to professionally interface with customers and individuals across the organization.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Skilled at data entry including the use of Word, Excel, and other computer programs.
• Ability to understand and utilize continuous improvement tools and concepts.

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), 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.

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.