What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gas Utility Mechanic 5 position at Wisconsin Public Service?
WPS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Gas Utility Mechanic 5 or higher in our Sheboygan, Wisconsin location. This position is represented by Local No. 420 IUOE.
Job Summary
A Gas Utility Mechanic 5 or higher at WPS learns and becomes proficient in some of the duties associated with the maintenance and installation of gas mains, services, and associated components. This position works to understand the importance of good communication with customers, contractors and others. A Gas Utility Mechanic 5 position is generally a helper position and assists in areas where sufficient knowledge and training are present.
Job Responsibilities
Minimum Posting Range: $36.81
Maximum Posting Range: $54.27
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.
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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.
Job Summary
A Gas Utility Mechanic 5 or higher at WPS learns and becomes proficient in some of the duties associated with the maintenance and installation of gas mains, services, and associated components. This position works to understand the importance of good communication with customers, contractors and others. A Gas Utility Mechanic 5 position is generally a helper position and assists in areas where sufficient knowledge and training are present.
Job Responsibilities
- Learn selected duties associated with the maintenance of gas mains, gas services, and related components
- Learn and follow safety procedures
- Learn construction standards and operating procedures
- Learn the proper completion of forms and records as required
- Communicate with customers, contractors and governmental units and others as required
- Participate in training programs to advance knowledge and skill level
- Attend company sponsored classes
- Participate in on the job training
- Facilitate customer satisfaction and integrity of system by assisting in the response to various inquiries and complaints
- High School Diploma, HSED or GED
- Must have a minimum of one year of natural gas distribution and/or natural gas construction experience. In lieu of the experience, an individual must possess a Gas Utility Construction and Service Technical Diploma or equivalent Technical Diploma
- Valid driver's license
- Must have a valid CDL or be able to obtain a CDL within 3 months of accepting the position
- Gas Operations Test (GOT): DAT-Mechanical Reasoning- Ability to understand mechanic concepts. DAT-Space Relations-Ability to visualize forms in space. DAT-Numerical-Assessment designed to measure an individual's understanding of numerical relationships and facility in handling numerical concepts. PPM-Perceptual Reasoning-Measures your ability to rotate objects and assemble multiple objects in space.
Minimum Posting Range: $36.81
Maximum Posting Range: $54.27
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.
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