Job Description

Overview

We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Welder in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This position involves designing, fabricating, installing, and maintaining the gas distribution system and equipment while ensuring safety and quality.

Responsibilities

  • Design, fabricate, and install weld connections and fittings for gas distribution facilities.
  • Ensure the safety of the work performed.
  • Be available for call outs 24 hours a day for emergency welding situations.
  • Design, fabricate, test, paint and weld all meter units.
  • Construct and test Bilco valve and regulator pits.
  • Design, fabricate, or modify new equipment such as truck boxes and beds.
  • Perform welding duties for other departments.
  • Maintain various equipment including shop welders and hand tools.
  • Maintain Personal Protective Equipment.
  • Perform welding functions at Liquid Natural Gas plants and gate stations.
  • Perform housekeeping functions as necessary.
  • Observe vehicle operation and report safety defects.
  • Facilitate communication with contractors and municipal personnel.
  • Attend safety and training meetings.
  • Operate and maintain test equipment.
  • Repair and maintain tools and equipment.
  • Accurately complete reports and electronic work orders.
  • Participate in outage restoration.
  • Assist in repairs of damaged Company natural gas facilities.

Requirements

  • Must attain required welding Operator Qualification(s) within four months of initial welding class.
  • Ability to certify under API 1104 Section 6.4 and Section 9.3.
  • Candidates may need to demonstrate physical ability through a Physical Capacity Evaluation.

Additional Information

  • Position represented by We Energies L2006 Union.
  • Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.