Electrician 6 Maintenance & Construction
About The Position
WPS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking an Electrician 6 Maintenance & Construction or higher in our Wausau, Wisconsin location. This position is represented by Local No. 420 IUOE. Work Hours: 7:00am - 3:00pm - Monday - Friday Pay & Benefits: Starting pay is $37.05 and offers regular increases per the bargaining agreement. Benefits Include: Medical/Dental/Vision Plan 401K Plan Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Job Summary Assist in ensuring safe and efficient substation and transmission (S&T) electrical operations by performing maintenance and construction of substation equipment and transmission lines, installing and maintaining control devices, organizing work assignments, and completing necessary documents.Job Responsibilities
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED/HSED and one of the following: Associates Degree in an Electrical field or equivalent
- Obtained Journeyman status in an Electrical, Instrument or I&E trade
- Equivalent Armed Forces training
- Valid drivers license
- Must have a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) or be able to obtain one within 6 months
- Construction and Skilled Trades (CAST): Comprehension of pictured mechanical principles such as gears, levers, pulley systems, water flow, etc.; arithmetic skills in calculating distances shown in prints and drawings; and the ability to read and understand written material.
Responsibilities
- Assist in performing electrical maintenance and construction of substation equipment and transmission lines: operate high voltage switching equipment
- perform simple hot stick work
- perform rubber protective goods application
- work on energized conductors above 600 volts
- work in energized contact areas under observation of electrician class 1 or higher
- observe and follow work procedures and safety practices
- perform work according to construction standards and procedures
- Assist in ensuring efficient organization of work assignments: obtain required tools, materials, and prints
- contact appropriate people to carry out assignments
- Maintain necessary documents and complete paperwork: prepare reports following accounting procedures
- complete field revisions on drawings and records
- Provide relief for other positions as required, and work without assistance in job areas where sufficient knowledge and training are present
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision Plan
- 401K Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
