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Utility Worker / Vault Specialist

9 hours ago by Career finder
  • Salary negotiable
  • Chicago, IL, US
  • Full-time
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Utility Worker / Vault Specialist supporting vault regulator inspections and maintenance for Peoples Gas Light & Coke Co (WEC Energy Group) in Chicago. You'll work alongside a Vault Mechanic I doing physical fieldwork like lifting vault covers, pumping water, clearing debris, and assisting with inspections, leak checks, and valve operations. Standout perk: union-represented role with a posted hourly pay range.

Key skills
Commercial Driver's License (Class C CDL)Vault regulator inspectionsPipeline surveysLeak inspections and rechecksTesting security valvesValve inspection and maintenancePurging and gassing mainsOperating network valvesOperator Qualification Training Program completionField maintenance and debris/snow removal
Pays $36.24–$52.21 per hour (posted range); starting pay depends on factors and it’s not typical to be hired near the top of the range.
You'll thrive here if you’re comfortable with physically demanding outdoor utility work, can travel to any of three company locations, and can earn/maintain a Class C CDL while completing required operator and vault training.
Why apply
  • Union role (Local 18007)
  • Posted hourly pay range
  • Training programs provided
Peoples Gas Light & Coke Co, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking Utility Worker / Vault Specialists in our Chicago IL locations. This position is represented by Local 18007 Union.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

* Responsible for working with Vault Mechanic I on district regulator vault inspections which consists of pulling vault covers (approximately 40 per day on average), pumping water from vault, shoveling snow, clearing debris. * Works with Vault Mechanic I on vault truck assisting in regulator inspections and maintenance. * Testing security valves, making control lines, pipeline surveys, leak inspections and rechecks, inspecting and maintaining valves and shutdown activities including purging and gassing mains and operating network valves.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma, HSED, or GED Required Employees may be required to report at the Company's discretion to any one of

the 3 locations. * Must have or obtain during 180 day probationary period a minimum Class C Commercial Driver's License and have a clear driving record. * Successful completion of the Operator Qualification Training Program and Vault Department training

End Date: 06/12/2026

Minimum Posting Range: $36.24

Maximum Posting Range: $52.21

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.

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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.

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Reference: 22598_2659906851·Original posting
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