Job Description

Apprentice Central Warehouse to Central Warehouse Person

Work Location Huron, SD

Pay range Union Rate $23.15 to $38.58 per hour

Employment Status: Regular Full-time

External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com

Internal candidates apply through iConnect

About this position:

The Apprentice Central Warehouse to Central Warehouse Person is responsible for maintaining, organizing and issuing supplies for field related projects. Also responsible for the delivery of materials to area operating locations and job sites.

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:

• Demonstrate being a safe and effective employee
• Effectively demonstrate proficiency in SAP materials management with the ability to complete all necessary SAP warehouse related documents, including but not limited to: check in and numbering of transformers, regulators and reclosures and complete set-up for each in SAP
• Accurately prepare materials required by electric and gas crews, including job-specific material pick lists and walk-in requests with little or no supervision
• Receive and ship materials accurately and effectively in a timely manner to suppliers, other warehouse locations and designated job sites
• Manage daily time schedule with minimal direction while showing initiative to perform work tasks independently.
• Deliver materials to area locations using warehouse truck in a timely manner and effectively manage route schedules
• Assist Storekeeper in planning and delivery schedule of company truck as needed
• Assist Storekeeper in planning and layout of warehouse and yard to maximize operational efficiency
• Maintain warehouse, material yards, equipment and dock area in a neat, orderly and safe manner
• Perform accurate inventory cycle counting of materials
• Perform material handling and transfer of materials between warehouse and trucks, including skillful and safe use of material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks and hoists
• Unload and load materials for shipment; process returned materials from other areas
• Complete necessary warehouse related documentation.
• Work overtime including nights and weekends when necessary
• Safely perform individual lifting of parts, equipment, and supplies weighing up to 50 lbs. from floor to chest level
• Preform other warehouse/inventory duties as assigned
• Adapt to technological changes as they are implemented
• Work outside in all weather conditions on an occasional basis
• Bar Code and label bins as needed
• 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
• Demonstrated commitment to safe working practices and knowledge of safety policies/procedures
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid CDL driver's license required or the ability to obtain a CDL within 6 months and Satisfactory driving record
• Forklift operation certification (training available) must be obtained within 3 months
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, preferred
• Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus (click on the link to certify at no cost)

Requisition #4913

Posting Dates: January 16, 2026 through January 30, 2026

Department/Division: Transmission

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