Fitter Apprentice

We Energies , a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a  Fitter Apprentice - Apprenticeships in our SE Wisconsin locations. This position is represented by We Energies L2006 Union.

Job Summary

There is a State of Wisconsin indentured apprenticeship program associated with this occupation. Applicants are strongly encouraged to also apply to our Distribution Worker Apprenticeship (Req 6202) for full consideration.

Job Responsibilities

The Distribution Worker performs the following duties :

• Inspects and repairs customer natural gas house piping and appliances
• Relocate, remove, and install gas services and mains using power equipment such as : backhoes, trenchers, plows, boring machines.
• Assembles, installs, maintains and reads gas meters and meter set
• Turns gas on / off
• Investigates and repair gas leaks
• Repairing or assisting in repairs of damaged Company natural gas facilities
• Communicate to the dispatcher, customer, and / or assist emergency response personnel
• Performs compliance surveys
• Maintains vehicles and equipment
• Investigates high bill complaints
• Assists with construction and repair work
• Operates construction equipment
• Locates mains and services
• Maintains company buildings and grounds
• Miscellaneous duties as required or assigned

Employees are expected to successfully complete WI Journeyman program and remain in an occupation associated with the Gas Distribution Apprentice (GDA) program (Distribution Worker, Distribution Worker – Welder, Fitter, Regulation Technician and Regulation Fitter Technician) for a period of 2 years.”

Tentative Start Date :   April 13th, 2026

Minimum Qualifications

Testing Requirements

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.NEO-PI3-Personality measure. Suggested Preparation : Review of basic arithmetic skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, decimals, fractions, etc. There are no practice tests or brochures for this test.

Distribution Worker Structured Interview (DSWK) :  Competencies include : Safety Awareness, Building Customer Loyalty, Initiating Action, Work Standards, Managing Work, Energy, and Communication Skills.

End Date : 02 / 06 / 2026

Minimum Posting Range :   $36.31

Maximum Posting Range :   $44.63

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.

WEC Energy Group benefits

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.

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