Line Mechanic

Career finder • Milwaukee, WI

2d • $33 - $61

About The Position

We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking Line Mechanic's across our service territory. This position is represented by Local 2150.
Job Summary
The principal duties of the Line Mechanic occupation consist of performing the following activities: distribution and sub transmission line construction, maintenance and URD work, installation and removal of line equipment, service and street light installation and removal, transmission line construction and maintenance, substation construction and other miscellaneous duties. This employee regularly works aloft on de-energized and energized circuits; uses rubber gloves, sleeves, hot stick tools and other insulating devices as appropriate. This employee must respond to a reasonable amount of callout as necessary to restore customer service.
There is a State of Wisconsin indentured apprenticeship program associated with this occupation.

Exact locations of openings to be determined, but could be anywhere in our service territory (South Eastern Wisconsin (Milwaukee and surrounding areas), Fox Valley, Iron Range (Iron Mountain/ Land O' Lakes))Job Responsibilities
There is a State of Wisconsin indentured apprenticeship program associated with this occupation.

The principal duties of a Line Mechanic include:

Distribution and sub transmission line construction
Maintenance and URD work
Installation and removal of line equipment
Service and street light installation and removal
Transmission line construction and maintenance
Substation construction

This employee regularly works aloft on de-energized and energized circuits; uses rubber gloves, sleeves, hot stick tools and other insulating devices as appropriate. This employee must respond to a reasonable amount of callout as necessary to restore customer service and other miscellaneous duties.Minimum Qualifications

Applicant must have a valid driver’s license and meet the company’s requirements for driving. The selected applicant must obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) in the State of Wisconsin (and Michigan, if applicable) within 90 days of entry into the job. Applicant must comply with DOT commercial driver’s license (CDL) drug and alcohol testing requirements.
The selected applicant must reside within 30 driving miles (Troubleshooters in areas with 24/7 coverage and all Electric Operations employees in the southeast Wisconsin areas, must reside within 40 driving miles) of their headquarters or, if applicable, their crossroads location. In addition, employees in Customer Operations headquartered at a location that has an associated service territory may also reside within the applicable service center territory. Such employees will be required to relocate to meet this residency requirement within 18 months from date of physical transfer.
The selection process includes administration of the Construction and Skilled Trades (CAST) test and a Working Aloft climbing test. NOTE: The Working Aloft Test for this posting is scheduled tentatively for April 7 and April 8. In addition, candidates must be required to demonstrate their ability to perform the physical functions of the position by completing a Physical Capacity Evaluation.
Preferred Qualifications

Electrical Power Distribution degree is preferred
Testing requirements
Construction and Skilled Trades (CAST) - Other level: 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.

Working Aloft Test (ALOFT): A one-day test of exercises simulating critical tasks performed on the job of Line Mechanic. This includes tying knots; climbing poles (up to 60 feet); performing tasks while on the pole or tower such as turning/reaching, carrying and installing cross-arm, installing service wire; and other physical tasks on the ground and on a pole. Instructions for performing the tasks and safety equipment will be provided.

Line Mechanic Structured Interview (LINEM); Adaptability, Applied Learning, Communication, Contributing to Team Success, Quality Orientation, Safety Awareness and Work Standards.
End Date: 02/24/2026

Requirements

• Applicant must have a valid driver’s license and meet the company’s requirements for driving.
• The selected applicant must obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) in the State of Wisconsin (and Michigan, if applicable) within 90 days of entry into the job.
• Applicant must comply with DOT commercial driver’s license (CDL) drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• The selected applicant must reside within 30 driving miles (Troubleshooters in areas with 24/7 coverage and all Electric Operations employees in the southeast Wisconsin areas, must reside within 40 driving miles) of their headquarters or, if applicable, their crossroads location.
• candidates must be required to demonstrate their ability to perform the physical functions of the position by completing a Physical Capacity Evaluation.

Nice To Haves

• Electrical Power Distribution degree is preferred

Responsibilities

• Distribution and sub transmission line construction
• Maintenance and URD work
• Installation and removal of line equipment
• Service and street light installation and removal
• Transmission line construction and maintenance
• Substation construction
• respond to a reasonable amount of callout as necessary to restore customer service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed