Hydro Plant Operator - Part Time

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.

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We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Hydro Plant Operator - Part Time in our Appleton, Wisconsin location.

Job Responsibilities

The Hydro Plant Operator performs the following duties:

Operate, Adjust, & Maintain Hydro Generation Equipment

• Start, stop, and maintain hydro turbine generators, auxiliary systems, and water conveyance systems as required.
• Inspect and maintain proper lubricant levels and lubrication and cooling water flow levels, maintain proper reservoir elevation, and maintain efficient generator and governor/gate positioner equipment.
• Troubleshoot operational problems and perform minor maintenance functions which provide maximum generation possible.
• Work with Hydro maintenance personnel as required during major maintenance and inspection procedures.
• Occasional assignments to work as member of hydro maintenance crew (step-up rules will apply) to assist crew as needed and to increase mechanical maintenance skills.
  
  

Maintain Proper River Water Levels

• Coordinate river flow and levels with upstream and downstream dam operators, U.S Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and downstream industrial users.
• Keep these entities informed of changes caused by plant operation or weather conditions.
• Responsible for river flow when USACE Appleton Upper Dam is not spilling water or is inoperable.
• When responsible for controlling river elevations, minimize impacts to public safety upstream if reservoir level is too low and flooding if reservoir level is allowed to go too high.
  
  

Miscellaneous

• Electrical switching to 4160 volts to provide unit or plant isolation using Energy Control Procedures.
• Perform maintenance on cooling water systems, plant compressors, lubrication systems, and building.
• Operate and inspect 20 ton bridge crane to include rigging.
• Remove river debris and ice from plant generator intakes to ensure maximum water flow maximizing generation capacity of the plant.
• Provide hazardous spill notification and containment for environmental spills.
• Occasional overtime may be needed for plant operation, such as: intake rack cleaning, assisting other work groups, etc.
• An annual expectation of at least 25% to ARCOS call outs.
• Daily recording of various equipment checks in E-log.
• Perform minor building maintenance such as minor carpentry, painting, plumbing, tile maintenance, window repairs, etc.
  
  

Minimum Experience Required

• Applicant must have a valid driver's license and meet the company's requirements for driving.
• 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 the Appleton Hydro Plant. Employee will be required to relocate to meet this residency requirement within 18 months from date of physical transfer.

End Date: 03/04/2025

Minimum Posting Range: $25.97

Maximum Posting Range: $43.35

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.