Operations Supervisor

WEC Energy Group; Sturgeon Bay (WI); On-site; USD 91,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Wisconsin Public Service Corp in Sturgeon Bay, WI is seeking an Operations Supervisor to manage electric transmission and distribution projects, coordinate with contractors, and ensure safe, reliable service. The role oversees construction and maintenance activities within the assigned area, guiding personnel, equipment, and materials for efficient outcomes.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, 3 years in utility supervision, valid driver's license, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (HSED or GED).
• 3 years' experience in utility or supervision of direct reports or similar.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Good working knowledge of union contracts and employee relations.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with employees, contractors and community groups.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Electric Operations related to construction, design, planning, and scheduling for transmission and distribution systems.
• Collaborate with contracted companies to achieve project results.
• Ensure safety of employees, customers, and contractors during all work.
• Plan, coordinate and conduct safety meetings; communicate requirements and training.
• Manage assignments to minimize overtime and costs while maintaining customer service.
• Motivate and engage employees to improve efficiency and safety performance.
• Evaluate performance and conduct annual reviews.
• Maintain relations with union contracts and employee relations.
• Be prepared to rotate to other areas to address workload and development.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Union contracts knowledge

Relationship building

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Wisconsin Public Service Corp, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Operations Supervisor in our Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin location.

About Us

WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.

As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.

If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.

Job Summary

The Operations Supervisor manages internal resources, external contracted resources and business applications/processes based on the need of the business unit. This includes (but not limited to) supervisory tasks in Electric Operations related to construction, design, planning, and scheduling. This position is responsible for overseeing the construction or maintenance activities related to the company’s transmission and distribution infrastructure within an assigned area. The Operations Supervisor ensures that all customers’ needs are met in a safe, efficient and timely manner through the effective management/utilization of personnel, equipment, and materials.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervisory tasks in Electric Operations related to construction, design, planning, and scheduling for WPS electric transmission and distribution systems
• Collaborate with the contracted companies in order to achieve the best results for projects throughout their assigned area
• Their first concern is to ensure the safety of employees, customers, and contractors during all work applications
• Plan, coordinate and conduct safety meetings to communicate safety requirements, updates and training required
• Manage work assignments to minimize overtime and costs while maintaining optimal customer service
• Motivate and engage employees to increase efficiency, productivity, availability, safety performance and core expectations
• Evaluate performance, coach, develop and conduct annual performance reviews with individual employees
• Good working knowledge of union contracts and employee relationship building
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with employees, contractors, and community groups
• The Operations Supervisor may be rotated to other work areas/functions within Customer Operations in order to address workload demands, gain valuable experience, and to develop an understanding and appreciation for other parts of the organization

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma, HSED or GED
• Valid Drivers License
• 3 years' experience in utility or similar industry and/or 3 years' experience in supervision of direct reports
• Should have a good working knowledge of union contracts and employee relationship building
• The ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with employees, contractors, and community groups
• Strong communication and organizational skills are a benefit

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working at an Electric Utility
• Previous experience working as a Line Apprentice/Line Journeyman
• Previous experience in a formal leadership role with the ability to effectively manage people and resources
• Previous experience leading and/or supervising union employees

End Date:11/16/2026

Pay Range Minimum: $90,507.56

Pay Range Maximum: $135,761.08

The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.

We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.

WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.