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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Applications for Employment

We are unable to accept applications online, but we invite you to download the Application for Employment and submit it to:

Southern Ute Growth Fund Human Resources
P.O. Box 367
Ignacio, CO 81137

Please note:  Mail sent to the Growth Fund without the P.O. box number will be returned as undeliverable.  Incomplete or unsigned applications will not be accepted. 

Applications must be received prior to the closing date and time of the position in order to be considered.  A resume may accompany an application, but may be not submitted in place of a signed application.

Growth Fund Application PDF Document
Growth Fund Application Word Document

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Aka Energy Group

Applications for Growth Fund Southern Ute positions listed below are available at the Southern Ute Indian Tribe Growth Fund, 14933 Hwy. 172, Ignacio, CO 81137.

Applications may be downloaded below and submitted to P.O. Box 367, Ignacio, CO 81137.

Aka Energy Group Website

Growth Fund Application for Employment (.doc)

Growth Fund Application for Employment (.pdf)

Mechanic III

Responsibilities of this position include maintaining equipment at the gas processing plant and field compressor stations safely and efficiently, and assisting in performing overhauls of compressors and engines and reconditioning equipment as needed.

This job will be located in Maljamar, NM

Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or GED; two years experience in the maintenance of natural gas engines and compressors; working knowledge of electronic and pneumatic control systems for natural gas engines; and, proficiency with hand and power tools as they apply to equipment and plant maintenance and repair. Must have a valid driver’s license for state of residency; be insurable under Frontier’s vehicle insurance policy; be able to work a rotating workweek, including an on-call schedule; and, be available for overtime and weekend duty as needed.

Pick up an application at:
14933 Hwy 172
PO Box 367
Ignacio, CO 81137
employment@sugf.com
(970) 563-5064

Position closes at 5:00 p.m. on 02/18/2010

GF Properties Group

Applications for Growth Fund Southern Ute positions listed below are available at the Southern Ute Indian Tribe Growth Fund, 14933 Hwy. 172, Ignacio, CO 81137.

Applications may be downloaded below and submitted to P.O. Box 367, Ignacio, CO 81137.

Growth Fund Application for Employment (.pdf)

Growth Fund Application for Employment (.doc)

Assistant Controller

This position is responsible for assisting the Controller with accounting functions, to include supervision of assigned accounting staff, yearly audit responsibility, and assisting in the annual budgeting process.

This job will be located in Durango, CO

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or closely related field and five years full time experience in accounting; OR, a Bachelor’s degree in a non-business related field with ten years full time experience in a current senior management accounting function. Two years supervisory experience is required. Must have a strong understanding of codified accounting principles and how to interpret and implement them into the financial statement presentations; a good understanding of a cost accounting system and the effect that transactions have on financial reporting; computer experience and a working knowledge of Microsoft office programs and strong MS Excel skills; experience in the creation and production of financial reports. Must have valid drivers’ license and be insurable under Growth Fund vehicle insurance policy. Preference is given to qualified Southern Ute Tribal members and other Native Americans.

Pick up an application at:
14933 Hwy 172
PO Box 367
Ignacio, CO 81137
employment@sugf.com
(970) 563-5064

Position closes at 5:00 p.m. on 03/02/2010

Senior Accountant

This position is responsible for ensuring that accounts payable entries, accounts receivable entries, general ledger adjustments and account reconciliations are made on an accurate and timely basis; prepares monthly financial reporting packages and provides annual audit support.

This job will be located in Durango, CO

Minimum Requirements: A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field and five years of full time experience in accounting, one of which must be in real estate investment or property management related area. Must have a good understanding of a cost accounting system and the effect that transactions have on financial reporting; knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word and Excel; and a valid driver license for state of residency and be insurable under the Growth Fund vehicle insurance policy. Preference is given to qualified Southern Ute Tribal members and other Native Americans.

Pick up an application at:
14933 Hwy 172
PO Box 367
Ignacio, CO 81137
employment@sugf.com
(970) 563-5064

Position closes at 5:00 p.m. on 03/02/2010

Red Cedar Gathering Company

Applications for Red Cedar Gathering are available at and may be submitted to Red Cedar Gathering Company, 125 Mercado Street, Durango, CO 81301, or to the Southern Ute Growth Fund, P.O. Box 367, Ignacio, CO 81137.

Note: The employment application for Red Cedar is different than the Growth Fund application and may be obtained from Red Cedar Gathering Company, 125 Mercado Street, Durango, CO 81301, or downloaded below.

Red Cedar Gathering Company Website

Red Cedar Gathering Company Application for Employment (.pdf)

Red Cedar Gathering Company Application for Employment (.doc)

Field Instrument and Controls Technician

Responsible for all instrumentation, controls, PLC maintenance, calibrations, and repairs at Red Cedar Field Compression facilities, including engine compressor, field generators, and dehydration controls equipment.

This job will be located in Durango, CO

Minimum Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent; three years experience with electrical and generation systems, controls and PLC equipment, OR an Associate’s degree in electrical engineering; experience with Pneumatic controls, valve operators, positioners and control valve repairs; knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLC and SLC equipment, data highway, ladder logic in process applications and HMI experience; and, detailed knowledge of Process Safety Management, mechanical integrity, regulatory and operating practice requirements. Must have a valid driver’s license for state of residency; be insurable under the Red Cedar vehicle insurance policy; be able to work under a rotating workweek, including an on-call schedule, being available for overtime and weekend duty as needed; and, live within a 50-mile radius of Red Cedar’s Bondad facility.

Pick up an application at:
125 Mercado Street, Suite 201

Durango , CO 81301
employment@sugf.com
(970) 563-5064

Position closes at 5:00 p.m. on 02/17/2010

Sky Ute Sand & Gravel

Applications for Growth Fund Southern Ute positions listed below are available at the Southern Ute Indian Tribe Growth Fund, 14933 Hwy. 172, Ignacio, CO 81137.

Applications may be downloaded below and submitted to P.O. Box 367, Ignacio, CO 81137.

Sky Ute Sand & Gravel Website

Growth Fund Application for Employment (.pdf)

Growth Fund Application for Employment (.doc)

Bookkeeper

This position provides bookkeeping support to include accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory and general ledger duties.

This job will be located in Durango, CO

Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma or equivalent and three years full-time bookkeeping experience OR a bookkeeping certificate from a credible college or trade school and two years experience is required. Proficiency with Microsoft Office software including Outlook, Word, Excel and working knowledge of general accounting software systems is required. Must have a valid drivers’ license for state of residency and be insurable under the Growth Fund vehicle insurance policy. Preference is given to qualified Southern Ute Tribal members and other Native Americans.

Pick up an application at:
14933 Hwy 172
PO Box 367
Ignacio, CO 81137
employment@sugf.com
(970) 563-5064

Position closes at 5:00 p.m. on 03/01/2010

Mechanic

This position provides maintenance of equipment in support of company and providing documentation to management with daily maintenance activities.

This job will be located in Farmington, NM

Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma or equivalent and three years full time hands-on experience as a mechanic on heavy equipment, trucks, or crushing operations; OR, a trade school certification as a “Diesel Mechanic” and one year full time hands-on experience as a mechanic on heavy equipment, trucks, or crushing operations; knowledge in the safe use of hand tools and equipment used in the profession; basic computer skills, including keyboard and typing skills; and a current, valid driver’s license for state of residency and be insurable under the SUSG vehicle insurance policy.

Pick up an application at:
230 CR 390

Farmington, NM 87401
employment@sugf.com
(970) 563-5064

Position closes at 5:00 p.m. on 02/17/2010