Utility Apprentice

Career finder • Waukegan, IL

2d • $28 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

NSG, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Utility Apprentice in our Waukegan, Illinois location. This position is represented by NSG Local 2285 Union. This role involves performing work required through either the Distribution or Service aspects of the business. Utility Apprentices will be able to perform work/tasks associated with locating, surveying, monitoring and inspecting which moves natural gas through natural gas mains up to the building (e.g. home) (Distribution) as well as work/tasks which delivers natural gas inside a building (Service).

Requirements

• High School Diploma, HSED, or GED is required
• 1+ years - Mechanical aptitude using tools and/or equipment
• 1+ years- Basic computer proficiency (MS Office)
• Must possess and maintain valid driver’s license
• Must pass DOT Physical as a requirement for the job
• Must pass a Physical Capacity Exam as requirement for the job

Responsibilities

• May be assigned to perform any tasks from the service or distribution areas associated with locating, surveying, monitoring, inspecting, adjusting and classifying.
• May be assigned as an additional employee in a Distribution crew (not including specialty tasks) of two or more persons or as the second employee in a Service crew (not including Large Volume).
• Perform any duties of the Meter Reader classification.
• Perform other tasks as assigned and allowed by contract.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED