CPT Equipment Operator Jobs
Equipment Operator roles in construction, mining, and logistics can qualify for CPT when your program connects hands-on machinery work to your curriculum. Your DSO must authorize each position before you start, and the employer's job description should map directly to your field of study.
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At S&C Electric Company, a 100% employee-owned company, we help keep the lights on for people and businesses worldwide. Our manufacturing roles build the equipment that protects the critical infrastructure of the power grid, and each of our team members lends their unique skills to this crucial mission. We empower our people by providing pathways to a long-term career and support them in their professional growth by sustaining a culture founded on respect, strengthened by collaboration, and measured by our shared successes. The manufacturing industry is booming with opportunities to learn new things, expand your skills, and build a long-term career.
Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges and become an employee-owner!
Available Shift: 1st shift: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday
Full-Time Summer 2027 Internship in Franklin, WI
At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated per hourly range for this position is $22 - 30 per hour based on experience.
Competitive Weekly Pay Period
The Test Equipment Engineering & Maintenance Intern will be responsible for troubleshooting electronic assemblies and systems, identifying defect trends, finding root causes and maintaining equipment reliability. This role requires interacting with various groups including quality assurance, design engineering, production and Maintenance, working on common goal of creating outstanding quality products and increasing test equipment reliability. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and have excellent interpersonal skills. The position reports to the Manager - Test Equipment Engineering & Maintenance.
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Troubleshooting electronics to component level. Read and interpret schematics and datasheets.
- Investigate root cause and propose solutions.
- Enter defects and repair data into asset management database.
- Perform mechanical assembly and wiring following provided drawings and schematics.
- Ability to write test software a plus.
- Configuration of replacement PCs for existing test systems.
- Implement upgrades or assist in redesigning current test systems.
To select this job as one of interest to you, at a minimum, you must have the following:
- In-progress degree program from an accredited university/college program with a concentration in Electronics Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering, or related field and returning to school full-time after the work session.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently in a service-oriented environment.
- Solid understanding of lab test and measurement instrumentation.
- Knowledge of analog and digital circuit theory and principles.
- Computer skills - MS Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical/mechanical drawings.
MAJOR PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Standing
- Lifting Able to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Walking
- Carrying
- Pushing
- Pulling
- Bending
- Reaching
- Handling
- Other
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S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at TAsupport@sandc.com.
In 1909, S&C Electric Company transformed the delivery of safe, reliable electricity with the invention of the Liquid Power Fuse. Today, as the world faces extreme weather events and the demand for electricity grows, S&C continues to innovate and advance the electrical grid, ensuring reliable and resilient power for homes, communities, and critical infrastructure around the world.
With a diverse, global workforce and core values around integrity, safety, and quality, S&C is a trusted industry leader and top workplace that offers meaningful careers to more than 3,500 team members. As a people-first organization, S&C is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace where team members advance their careers through robust talent-development programs and involved leadership.
S&C’s deeply rooted belief diversity fosters greater creativity, innovation, and success guides the company to advance and sustain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture.
S&C provides a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):
- Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical & Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account (HSA), Group Life Insurance, optional Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, Wellbeing Resources including Employee Assistance Program and Family Forming Benefits (i.e., Adoption and Fertility support)
- Leave Benefits: Vacation Time, Sick Time, Paid Holidays and Company Shutdown days, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves, Paid Parental Time and Military Leave
- Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Savings and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (KSOP) offering traditional and Roth 401(k) options and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) component; KSOP participants can receive annual ESOP company contributions of over 11% of eligible earnings (3% Core, up to 3.5% Match, Variable Periodic).
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Get Access To All JobsEquipment Operator CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Equipment Operator job qualify for CPT authorization?
It can, but only if the work is an integral part of your curriculum and directly related to your field of study. An Equipment Operator role in a civil engineering or construction management program typically qualifies. A role with no connection to your declared major won't pass DSO review, regardless of how the employer categorizes the position.
Can I work full-time as an Equipment Operator on CPT?
Yes, but full-time CPT, meaning 20 or more hours per week, carries a significant consequence: 12 months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, under 20 hours per week, doesn't affect OPT. If you're planning to use OPT after graduation, coordinate the hours with your DSO before accepting a full-time Equipment Operator schedule.
What documents does my employer need before I start?
Your employer needs your CPT-authorized I-20, which lists the specific employer name, job title, and authorization dates. They'll also need to complete Form I-9, and if they're enrolled in E-Verify, they'll run your authorization electronically. Don't start work before your DSO issues the updated I-20 with your CPT endorsement, even if the employer is ready to bring you on earlier.
How do I find Equipment Operator employers open to CPT students?
Search Equipment Operator listings on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with F-1 and CPT hiring history in construction, logistics, and infrastructure sectors. Employers who've hired F-1 students before already understand DSO authorization timelines and are far less likely to withdraw offers when paperwork takes a week or two.
Does my Equipment Operator CPT job have to be in the same city as my school?
USCIS doesn't impose a geographic restriction on CPT location, but your program and DSO might. Some schools require the work site to be within a commutable distance or restrict remote arrangements for hands-on roles. Equipment Operator positions are almost always on-site, so confirm your DSO's location policy before accepting a role in a different metro area.