YOUTH APPRENTICE

Get paid while you build your career!

The Department of Public Works-Milwaukee Water Works (DPW-MWW) encourages high school juniors who have fully completed their sophomore year at the time of application period close to apply for this exciting youth apprenticeship program, which may lead to full-time employment as an Industrial Machine Repair Mechanic.

The goal of the Youth Apprenticeship Program is to develop a talent pipeline for the Milwaukee Water Works (MWW).

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce dedicated to delivering exceptional service to its residents. If you are passionate about being part of an inclusive team of public servants, we invite you to consider the following opportunity.

Under the guidance and direction of Milwaukee Water Works (MWW) managers and supervisors, the Youth Apprentice performs minor maintenance repairs to all water system equipment and assists and supports machine repair staff.

~ The Youth Apprentice is the first step in the Industrial Machine Repair Mechanic promotional series. ~

• Assist with the repair of all mechanical equipment systemwide, including valves, compressors, chemical feed equipment, distribution system storage facilities, water filtration equipment, and pumps.
• Participate in and complete high school courses offered by the Department of Workforce Development-Youth Apprenticeship Program (DWD-YAP) related to the manufacturing/mechanical fields.
• Weld and fabricate guards, rails, and other necessary components for the water plants.
• Perform custodial work and snow removal duties.
• Assist other plant personnel with basic maintenance tasks.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

The Youth Apprentice must be willing and able to do the following:

• Work 15-20 hours per week during the school year.
• Have access to reliable transportation to report on time at the work location for the assigned work shift. 
• Perform custodial work and snow removal duties.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety shoes, glasses, and hearing protection.
• Enter and work in confined spaces and wear related safety equipment.
• Work near hazardous chemicals, in all weather conditions, and with high noise levels.
• Work outdoors in all types of weather conditions for extended periods.

1. Enrollment status in September 2025 as a junior in high school at the time of application period close (July 18, 2025). 
   NOTE 1: Candidates must be on track to graduate; verification will be requested from the candidate’s High School.
   NOTE 2: Candidates selected for the MWW Apprentice program are required to participate in the DWD-YAP. For more information about the DWD-YAP, see this LINK: https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/apprenticeship/ya/applicants.htm 
2. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment.
3. A valid government-issued state identification card or a valid driver’s license at the time of hire and throughout employment. This is required to obtain security clearance within the MWW facilities.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Students selected for the MWW Youth Apprentice title must seek admission to the DWD-YAP through their school-appointed consortium. For the Consortium list, see this LINK: https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/apprenticeship/contacts.htm#youthApprenticeshipConsortiums

Technical:

• Ability to learn and use a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Ability to learn and apply mechanical concepts.
• Ability to learn safety principles and work safely and effectively in a field environment.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics to perform job-related calculations and to interpret mechanical drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret job-related documents.
• Ability to complete the required Youth Apprenticeship Program educational and training components.

Organizational/Communication/Interpersonal:

• Ability to take direction and follow through accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to stay organized and complete tasks promptly.
• Ability to exhibit a positive attitude.
• Ability to display a customer service orientation.
• Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with others whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.
• Ability to show courtesy to managers and teammates in the work environment.
• Ability to express oneself well in writing.
• Ability to speak clearly and confidently.
• Honesty, integrity, and careful and responsible usage of organizational resources.

The current wage rate (Pay Range 9MN) is $15.92 per hour and the resident incentive rate for City of Milwaukee residents is $16.40 per hour.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job-related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience, and/or responses to supplemental questions, a written or performance test, a structured interview, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.

INITIAL FILING DATE - The selection process will be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the City's needs have been met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the selection process components. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

• APPLICATIONS and further information can be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.
• If you need assistance with completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.