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NSG, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking Utility Apprentices in our Waukegan, Illinois location.

Job Summary

Perform 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).

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

Minimum Experience Required

• 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

End Date: 07/23/2025

Minimum Posting Range:  $28.20 

Maximum Posting Range:  $33.83 

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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Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not sponsor for Employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

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.

Location: 

Waukegan, IL, US, 60085

Company:  North Shore Gas (NSG)

Req ID:  5543

Nearest Major Market: Chicago