Underground Equipment Operator

We Energies; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

We Energies in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is seeking an Underground Equipment Operator to install, maintain, and repair underground conduit and manhole systems across the WE territory. The role involves digging splice pits for URD and cable repairs using heavy equipment and manual methods, plus pre-job prep, material ordering, and coordinating traffic control.

Qualified candidates will have at least one year of equipment operation experience, a valid driver's license (CDL within 90 days), and must

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience operating construction equipment including earth excavation and/or aerial lift equipment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a commercial driver's license within 90 days.
• Must comply with DOT CDL drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• May be required to demonstrate physical abilities via a Physical Capacity Evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Installation, maintenance, and repair of underground conduit and manhole systems for the WE territory.
• Digging splice pits for URD and cable repairs using heavy equipment and by hand.
• Tailgate conferencing, job prep work, material ordering, job layout, traffic control, and barricading.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Valid driver's license

CDL within 90 days

DOT drug & alcohol testing

Physical Capacity Evaluation

Job description

We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Underground Equipment Operator in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin location. This position is represented by Local 2150.

Job Summary

Installation, maintenance, and repair of underground conduit and manhole systems used for transmission, sub-transmission, secondary, primary, and energized substations for the entire WE territory. Digging splice pits for URD and cable repairs using heavy equipment and by hand. Tailgate conferencing, job prep work, material ordering, job layout, traffic control, and barricading.

Job Responsibilities

• Installation, maintenance, and repair of underground conduit and manhole systems used for transmission, sub-transmission, secondary, primary, and energized substations for the entire WE territory
• Digging splice pits for URD and cable repairs using heavy equipment and by hand
• Tailgate conferencing, job prep work, material ordering, job layout, traffic control, and barricading

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in operation of construction equipment, including earth excavation and/or aerial lift equipment (i.e., backhoes, trenchers, cranes, excavators, etc.)
• 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) within 90 days of entry into the job
• Applicant must comply with DOT commercial driver's license (CDL) drug and alcohol testing requirements
• Candidates may be required to demonstrate their ability to perform the physical functions of the position by completing a Physical Capacity Evaluation

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.

End Date

09/04/2026

Minimum Posting Range

$27.16

Maximum Posting Range

$45.34

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.

WEC Energy Group benefits

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.

EEO/AA policies and statements

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.