Supervisor Electric Construction and Maintenance

Wisconsin Public Service; Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 88,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

Wisconsin Public Service is seeking a Supervisor Electric Construction and Maintenance to lead a team responsible for electrical substations. The ideal candidate will possess leadership and technical expertise while ensuring safety and operational efficiency. If you're looking for a fulfilling career in a collaborative workforce, this opportunity offers competitive pay and meaningful work.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in electric design, construction and maintenance or 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of power transformers, load tap changers, circuit breakers, etc.
• Demonstrate competence in the electric substation field.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of employees for the operation, maintenance, and construction of substations.
• Conduct safety audits and implement training plans for personnel.
• Manage time sheets, employee reviews, and communicate with multiple entities.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma, HSED, or GED

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Technology

Tools

SCADA & EMS

Job description

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WPS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Supervisor Electric Construction and Maintenance in our Wausau, 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

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Substation Supervisor to lead a team of represented employees responsible for the operation, maintenance, and construction of our electrical substations. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in substation equipment and systems, coupled with exceptional leadership and communication skills to effectively manage a unionized workforce.

The primary purpose of this job family position is to plan, organize and direct field personnel engaged in the operation, maintenance, and construction of electric substations and ancillary equipment of the Wisconsin Public Service (WPS)Electric Distribution System, the American Transmission Company (ATC) Electric Transmission System, the Wisconsin Public Service Power Generation’s Power Plant Fleet, in Northwest Wisconsin. This position supervises represented employees in various occupations who perform all construction and maintenance work within WPS substations.

This position Supervises represented employees in various occupations who perform: a.) preventative maintenance, b.) corrective maintenance, c.) new substation construction, d.) existing substation modifications, e.) substation equipment switching, f.) miscellaneous electrical system construction and maintenance work in WPS owned buildings and facilities, and g.) miscellaneous electrical system construction and maintenance work in customer owned substations.

Job Responsibilities

• Establishes goals and objectives for their assigned Maintenance and/or Construction group with respect to work to be performed, personnel qualifications and costs. Directs employees and makes decisions regarding work activities to accomplish these goals.
• Provides leadership to their assigned Maintenance and/or Construction group by conducting operational meetings and interfacing with multiple entities both internal and external to We Energies on operational, maintenance and design matters concerning electrical substation equipment and ancillary equipment.
• Identify training needs and implement training plans for the effective development and utilization of assigned personnel.
• Perform administrative functions of a first line supervisor including time sheet approval, coaching, counseling, administering discipline, performing employee reviews, etc.
• Compliance with OSHA, We Energies Protective Card Procedures, Safety Rules and Programs including conducting safety meetings, performing field safety audits, identifying areas in need of improvement and implementing corrective actions, and conducting accident investigations.
• Identifies best practices relative to implementing the We Energies and ATC maintenance and inspection program to maximize the value of work performed and minimize the risk, all within a limited budget.
• Communicates with personnel about changes to schedule, availability of personnel, site readiness, readiness of work for release, and the like. Participates in managing overtime with a focus on cost containment, while maintaining optimal service.
• Communicates with personnel to discuss assignments, changing priorities and system needs and make decisions concerning how and what work is to be done, to ensure that schedules are kept and customer commitments are met.
• Prepares labor hour estimates for construction projects based on defined and undefined work scopes to assist in the budgeting and project approval processes.
• Investigates and follows-up on system significant events including recommendations to prevent recurrence.
• Review and approve practices, procedures and guidelines for the performance of field activities associated with maintenance and installation of substation equipment and ancillary equipment.
  
  
  

Minimum Experience Required

• High School Diploma, HSED, or GED
• 5 years’ experience in electric design, construction and maintenance or 3 years supervisory experience in a relatedoperations environment, preferably in more than one functional and/or geographic area and with demonstratedsuccess in leading teams, exhibiting strong customer focus and setting strategic direction.
• Good working knowledge of union contracts and employee relationship building. A supervisor shall have the abilityto establish and maintain good working relationships with employees, and contractors. Strong communication andorganizational skills are a benefit.
• Sound understanding of the theory, maintenance and operation of: power transformers, load tap changers,instrument transformers, circuit breakers, protection relaying and control systems, batteries, battery chargers,auxiliary AC systems, surge arresters, bus conductors, connections, disconnects, fuses, hydraulic and vacuum/ SF6reclosers, SCADA & EMS. Any experience with any or all of these systems is a plus.
• Demonstrate computer proficiency as required for the position.
• Demonstrated competence in the electric substation field including a broad understanding of the electric utilityindustry. Specific understanding of NERC regulatory requirements is also a must. Candidates should have a soundoverall knowledge of residential, commercial and industrial maintenance and construction methods and practicesthrough work experience
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electric Technology or related discipline is a plus
  
  
  

End Date: 06/15/2025

Pay Range Minimum: $88,472.54

Pay Range Maximum: $152,615.06

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.

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Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not sponsor for Employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Utilities

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