Hydro Maintenance Mechanic

We Energies
United States, Michigan, Iron Mountain
800 Industrial Park Dr (Show on map)
Apr 15, 2025
We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Hydro Maintenance Mechanic in our Iron Mountain, Michigan location. Job Summary As a team member of the Hydro Maintenance Group, the Hydro Maintenance Mechanic provides direct mechanical, maintenance support and control for the troubleshooting, overhaul, restoration, maintenance, testing, and operation of the division's 13 hydroelectric projects containing 30 hydro generators, their associated turbine/generating machinery, and auxiliary equipment for the most efficient use of water resources. Job Responsibilities Maintenance and repair of hydro plant equipment and facilities Perform a variety of mechanical, welding, rigging and related duties as necessary to keep equipment in good operating condition Operate hydro plants including control panels, switchgear and high voltage equipment in the plants and associated substations Perform other miscellaneous duties as required or assigned The employee will work in confined spaces. 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) within 90 days of entry into the job. The applicant must be medically qualified to use respiratory protection equipment. The applicant must comply with DOT Commercial Driver's License (CDL) drug and alcohol testing requirements. This position may require unescorted access to certain critical cyber assets which would require applicants to satisfy all company and NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection Standard 004 security requirements, which includes a background investigation. The selected applicant must reside within 30 driving miles of Wolverine Service Center. Employees will be required to relocate to meet this residency requirement within 18 months from date of physical transfer. Testing Requirements Maintenance Selection System (MASS) - Other level: Ability to understand basic mechanical principles, visualize proper assembled form of objects, read and comprehend technical material; and skill in working basic mathematical problems. End Date: 04/25/2025 Minimum Posting Range: $31.66 Maximum Posting Range: $52.76 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. 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. Learn more at Careers 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. EEO/AA policies and statements