What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gas System Associate Analyst position at Minnesota Energy Resources?
MER, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking Gas System Associate Analyst s in our Bemidji, Cloquet, Rochester, Rosemount or Worthington, Minnesota locations.
About Us
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.
As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.
If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.
Job Summary
An Analyst position functioning as a team member supporting gas asset management strategies in various areas such as station operations, gas system control functions and code compliance activities. The Analyst conducts installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and project activities with general instructions and often independent of direct oversight. Creative and cost effective solutions are developed for a wide range of medium to moderately complex projects. The Analyst supports operational, code compliance and emergency response activities of the assigned team while maintaining a focus on safety, customer satisfaction, code compliance and financial responsibility.
This is a job family posting (Gas System Associate Analyst and Gas System Analyst). Where the experience of the selected candidate will determine the level offered. If you are currently in this Job Family it will result in a lateral move.
Job Responsibilities
Pay Range Minimum: $32.90
Pay Range Maximum: $56.76
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
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.
About Us
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.
As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.
If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.
Job Summary
An Analyst position functioning as a team member supporting gas asset management strategies in various areas such as station operations, gas system control functions and code compliance activities. The Analyst conducts installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and project activities with general instructions and often independent of direct oversight. Creative and cost effective solutions are developed for a wide range of medium to moderately complex projects. The Analyst supports operational, code compliance and emergency response activities of the assigned team while maintaining a focus on safety, customer satisfaction, code compliance and financial responsibility.
This is a job family posting (Gas System Associate Analyst and Gas System Analyst). Where the experience of the selected candidate will determine the level offered. If you are currently in this Job Family it will result in a lateral move.
Job Responsibilities
- Provides technical support to internal clients and external stakeholders on a variety of tasks in areas as gas measurement/instrumentation/pressure regulation, leak detection/surveys, corrosion prevention, mapping and facility documentation, gas system monitoring/control and code compliance.
- Installs, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs a variety of gas distribution equipment, instruments and systems. Recommends and purchases equipment, supplies and services. Ensures appropriate documentation and facility records requirements are maintained. Ensures that actions follow Company standards and procedures, comply with appropriate regulations and support the Company’s operational and financial objectives.
- Receives general instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on complex or unusual work. Exhibits considerable technical knowledge and skills.
- Identifies problems and relevant issues in straight forward situations, assessing using standard procedures and sound judgment.
- Develops and recommends procedures, methods and standards. Conducts audit and field observation functions on standards and procedures.
- Manages small to moderately complex projects.
- Supports emergency response activities.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
- Demonstrates analytical problem solving skills and effective oral/written communication skills.
- Experience in directly related technical field is beneficial such as gas distribution operations, process control operations, mapping/GPS applications, corrosion prevention operations, gas system control operations and/or gas distribution code compliance.
- Relevant experience is based on the specific role of the position, e.g. Instrumentation and Control, Maps and Records, Corrosion and Standards.
- Specific responsibilities may require particular industry certification such as National Association of Corrosion Engineers – NACE Level 1 certification and Operator Qualification for Gas Control Operations.
- Associate’s degree in related technical field is preferred.
- 2-4 years experience in a directly related technical field such as gas distribution operations, mapping/GIS applications, corrosion prevention operations, gas system control operations and/or gas distribution code compliance.
Pay Range Minimum: $32.90
Pay Range Maximum: $56.76
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
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.
Salary : $33 - $57