Distribution Welder

MDU Resources Group; Spearfish, Northern (SD, KY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

MDU Resources Group is seeking a skilled welder in Spearfish, SD to perform welding and all duties related to gas distribution systems. This on-site role emphasizes safety and timely response to emergencies and outages.

Responsibilities include operating gas construction equipment, maintaining certifications, and collaborating with teams to ensure reliable service. Candidates should have welding experience and a strong mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot issues effectively.

Qualifications

• High school education plus welding experience.
• Ability to operate gas construction equipment and obtain required certifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding and related duties for gas distribution systems.
• Maintain safety as the top priority in day‑to‑day work.
• Respond to emergencies and after‑hours calls; handle overtime as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Safety minded

Written/oral communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school education

Tools

Gas construction equipment operation

Pipeline welding certification

SCBA certification

CDL (interstate travel)

Crane Operators Certification

Job description

Job Category: Skilled Trades, Technicians & Operators

Requisition Number: DISTR003913

• Full-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $52.74 USD per hour

Locations

Showing 1 location

Spearfish District Office
505 Heritage Dr.
Spearfish, SD 57783, USA

Responsible for placing safety as #1 priority in day-to-day work routine for self and others. Safely performs welding and all duties associated with the operation, maintenance, and construction of gas distribution systems. Responds to emergencies, scheduled and unscheduled overtime, and after hour calls. Nothing in this job summary restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school education and welding experience.
• Able to operate gas construction equipment, including the ability to obtain pipeline welding, plastic fusion, and SCBA certifications.
• Requires a strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Possess or acquire a valid commercial motor vehicle driver’s license appropriate for the position. (NOTE: Must be 21 to acquire a CDL valid for interstate travel.)
• Possess or acquire a valid Crane Operators Certification as required for this position.
• Must be able to perform all the essential functions required of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Other Requirements

• Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs and data from cyber-attack, damage or unauthorized access.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, no sponsorships considered.
• Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
• Must successfully complete the applicable Apprenticeship Training Program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified welder who is qualified in the operation, maintenance, and construction of a gas distribution system or equivalent field experience acceptable to the Company.
• Proficient in hydraulics operation and maintenance.
• Highly motivated self-starter with good written/oral communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• The successful candidate must have a strong commitment to exceed the needs of the customer and grow the Company’s regulated and non-regulated businesses.

Energizing Lives for a Better Tomorrow

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