What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student - Gas Field Work position at Wisconsin Public Service?
Wisconsin Public Service a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group is currently recruiting for Student - Gas Field Work (Student Laborer - Operator Qualified) at our office in Sheboygan, WI. These are full-time summer positions beginning in May or June 2026.
This position is full-time Monday-Friday, 7:00am- 3:30pm with a half hour unpaid lunch during the summer months.
Starting pay: $19.22
Job Summary
Student Laborers perform operator qualification duties (i.e. meter maintenance, cathodic protection reading, gas leak surveys, atmospheric corrosion surveys, facilities inspection, meter painting, and miscellaneous duties (e.g. cleaning, maintenance, clerical functions) as assigned by the department. Student laborers work may be performed in the corporate offices, district offices, power plants, service center, warehouse, and other field locations.
Job Responsibilities
Student Laborer duties may include (based on location & business need):
Minimum Posting Range: $19.22
Maximum Posting Range: $21.43
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.
This position is full-time Monday-Friday, 7:00am- 3:30pm with a half hour unpaid lunch during the summer months.
Starting pay: $19.22
Job Summary
Student Laborers perform operator qualification duties (i.e. meter maintenance, cathodic protection reading, gas leak surveys, atmospheric corrosion surveys, facilities inspection, meter painting, and miscellaneous duties (e.g. cleaning, maintenance, clerical functions) as assigned by the department. Student laborers work may be performed in the corporate offices, district offices, power plants, service center, warehouse, and other field locations.
Job Responsibilities
Student Laborer duties may include (based on location & business need):
- Meter Painting (Using Cathodic Protection Reading techniques within Code of Federal Regulations Title 49 Part 199)
- Gas Leak Survey (e.g. Check for gas leaks, document, and escalate appropriately)
- Facility Inspections (e.g. Inspect meter sets for gas odor or damage caused by vehicles or ice. Look for obstructions.
- Check for extreme settling, support problems and for exhaust vents above the meter set.)
- Atmospheric Corrosion Survey (e.g. perform survey to identify and/or prevent atmospheric corrosion, pitting corrosion, or loose paint)
- Outdoor Maintenance (e.g. yard maintenance/planting, lawn mowing, painting, snow removal, wash/dry vehicles, equipment, & facilities, basic landscaping, window washing, etc.)
- All other laborer duties as assigned (e.g. running equipment to field locations, flagging, errands, etc.)
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- High School diploma, GED, or HSED
- Enrolled as a full-time or part-time student pursuing a technical, associate, bachelor, or master degree.
- A valid driver’s license
Minimum Posting Range: $19.22
Maximum Posting Range: $21.43
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 : $19 - $21