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WITH INTERNS STUDENTS ARE CONFRONTED with many questions leading up to graduation time. “What will you study?” “Where are you going to school?” “What do you want to DO?” From four-year universities to technical schools to apprenticeships to working full-time, young adults face several choices. In south central Wisconsin, diverse industries dominate the workforce, from government jobs to health care and beyond. Hiring is exploding in growing trades areas like construction and high-tech industries such as advanced manufacturing. Employers statewide are short of qualified candidates for both entry-level positions and the managerial roles held by a generation now retiring. In this way, it is a good time for those entering the workforce because employers will go above and beyond to find steady workers. So, students and job seekers today have options when it’s time to decide what to do with their careers.
WHAT SETS AN EMPLOYER APART? Life can be complicated. Does your employer allow flexibility? Youth apprentices, for example, work shorter days so they can also go to school. Ongoing training is often a must as technologies and businesses evolve. Does your employer invest in education? This
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InternshipWisconsin.com HENDRICKS CAREERTEK IS A STATE-OF-THE ART CAREER CENTER located in Beloit’s Ironworks Corridor. It is funded by a generous grant from the Hendricks Family Foundation to the Stateline Boys and Girls Club. HCT provides career exploration opportunities, hands-on learning, and other career programming that directly compliments skills in high demand by today’s workforces, such as coding, healthcare, construction, trades, manufacturing and entrepreneurship. A great example of someone who has benefited from CareerTek’s services is Jessica Milan. She participated in HCT’s job shadowing program and was placed at Corporate Contractors Inc. (CCI) where she learned about the company’s culture and career opportunities in construction. While still in High School, Jessica was hired as a Junior Craftsman and worked along their associates in the field… learning firsthand what a career in construction would be. Upon graduating from high school, Jessica secured full-time employment with CCI and is also working on her apprenticeship in construction. Jessica says “ CareerTek was a big help when it came to launching my career because when you are a high school student right away you are asked what career do you want to pursue and most of the time you respond with what you want to pursue and end of conversation. What they never ask is how do you plan to start off your career? CareerTek gave me that starting point that I was struggling to find and stayed with me throughout the process of going into the trades. Not only that but they provided me options and did everything in their power to help me. CareerTek was the starting block to my Carpentry career at Corporate Contractors Inc.” Susan Day, Career Development Director at CareerTek, noted “Jessica has proven that women can pursue careers in the nontraditional roles of construction with great success and it was a pleasure to be a part of helping her pursue that dream.” Whether going straight into the work force as Jessica or heading to a four-year institution, HCT’s mission is to help youth gain valuable experience and make informed decisions about the future.
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Exciting happenings in job exploration at area elementary, middle and high schools as well as technical colleges.
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COOL SCHOOLS WHAT’S COOL AT SCHOOL? Work exploration at junior and senior high schools, technical colleges, and universities in south central Wisconsin
DESIGN YOUR OWN … ANY THING Warrior Innovation Center partners student work with community businesses Waupun Area School District opened a brand-new Warrior Innovation Center in October 2018. The construction of this new building on the junior/senior high school campus created a hub for the school’s student-run business and fab lab. The center’s goal is to provide students the opportunity to design and create products using various tools and equipment. Students work closely with customers throughout the project, from consultation to final delivery and invoicing. They also take pride in seeing their work on display in the community they live in. Business partnerships are essential. Mayville Engineering Company helped with powder coating large scale metal projects, hiring students for the youth apprenticeship program, and serving as guest speakers and instructors in welding courses. Quad/Graphics in Lomira supported this student-run business with a contribution to purchase a large-format printer used to create banners and signage for the school and community. They’ve completed three custom vehicle wraps for local businesses. Most recently, students completed their largest wrap yet, a 16-foot box truck for the Habitat for Humanity-Restore in Beaver Dam. “QG is also one of our key partners for youth apprenticeship. They have an outstanding program that introduces students to a variety of career pathways in their business,” said Doug Disch, CTE coordinator at Waupun Junior/Senior High School. Currently, two students are working closely with Quad/Graphics to design and produce “Years of Service” banners for display in the company’s Lomira plant. Grace Lenz, class of 2020, is the
Quad/Graphics Lomira plant director Joe Gitter and Grace Lenz of Waupun Junior/Senior High School. lead graphic designer. “My favorite thing about working in the Innovation Center is that it gets me away from who everyone thinks I should be and allows me to step out of my comfort zone and be myself,” she said. “It also showed me that I have different abilities I didn’t even know about.” Cody Gerber, class of 2020, is leading the design and fabrication of the custom bracket that will display the banner in the plant’s atrium. “I have learned a variety of skills, from TIG welding aluminum, working with customers, and creating banners on Adobe Illustrator,” Cody said. “One challenge of this project was learning how to use the 3-D printer to create a model for the customer to look at. I also learned what it is like to be working with a business customer when creating a product. I had to take their ideas and incorporate them into the design, along with making it functional.”
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COOL SCHOOL S TAKING A CHANCE ON TECHNOLOGY IN MANUFACTURING Process engineering program at Moraine Park provides lifestyle fit, skills practice
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FROM FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA TO AN AGRICULTUR AL CAREER Entrepreneur started his hay sales business as a sophomore in high school
Each college experience is a unique path. It isn’t meant to be a one-size-fits-all plan. Amanda Funcke of Beaver Dam began her college journey years after high school, at the right time for her life and career goals. “Before beginning college, I worked mostly in the service industry,” Amanda said. “A former coworker asked me to try manufacturing. So, I did. I enjoyed the change in the environment and liked learning something new every day.” Her journey at Moraine Park Technical College began in 2017 when she enrolled in the Process Engineering Technology program. Moraine Park was a good fit for her lifestyle. She had a growing family and knew she would need an atmosphere that was close to home and would allow a school-life balance. “I had a great experience at MPTC,” she said. “I was involved in many extracurricular activities and gained an edge by being able to work in labs and practice the skills I was learning.” After graduating in May 2019, Amanda was immediately hired at Burgess Norton Manufacturing Co. in Beaver Dam. Today, she is enjoying her career and has goals to continue her education. “I love that this field makes me think outside of the proverbial box,” Amanda said. “My advice to anyone looking at the manufacturing field is to take every chance you can to learn from your peers, ask questions, and complete what you set out to do. This career path can be very fulfilling and is full of opportunity. It certainly has been for me.”
Ben Acheson was the president of the Delavan-Darien High School FFA Chapter during the 2018-19 school year and was a proud advocate for Career and Technical Education programs throughout his four years at DDHS. Ben’s experience shows that it helps to do what you love and get involved in student organizations. Ben is currently attending UW-Whitewater at Rock County and will be transferring to UW-Platteville to obtain his bachelor’s of science degree in agronomy. Ben is pursuing his education all while running his own business, Acheson Hay Sales and Service. Ben started his business as a sophomore in high school and currently works with farmers in the local area. Ben also works for Polyock Farms as a farm technician and has been with the company for two years. Ben is passionate about his pursuits to work as an agronomist in the agricultural sector. His passion for this field was developed through agricultural courses at DDHS, participation in FFA, and growing up on the farm. Ben has worked as an intern for The DeLong Co. Inc. and aims to work for the company in the future as an agronomist. Ben hopes to settle down in the area and continue running his hay business and family farm.
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thetic leg attachment invention and marketing scheme. Trent is currently attending UW-Whitewater, studying for a degree in business management. While attending high school and college, Trent has been working as an intern for Geneva Supply, Inc. In this position, he aids in leading career exploration, such as Biz-Tank, for high school students. Trent also performs online Amazon product and servicing tasks. Landing an internship and working in the career development business sector are the next steps for Trent after obtaining his bachelor’s degree in business management. Long-term goals may include owning his own business or leading a team of business professionals. Trent tells students, “Put yourself out there and make yourself known. To be successful you have to stand higher than the competition and take initiative.”
Local student’s know-how from SkillsUSA chapter and internship leads to the business of career development Trent Hernandez found his career path from Delavan-Darien High School business classes, involvement in SkillsUSA, and working with Geneva Supply, Inc. He was a proud and prominent member of the DDHS SkillsUSA Chapter in 2019, where he worked to invent and market a prosthetic leg attachment. Trent’s team went on to win the state competition and placed 16th in the national Engineering Technology and Design competition. Trent also won the 2019 UW-Whitewater Midwest Sales Pitch Competition with his pros-
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MADISON HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS HAVE PATHWAYS OPTIONS Classes are designed around themes in health services, information technology & communication The Madison Metropolitan School District’s Pathways system gives students a choice in how they go through school. Students entering high school can select from Health Services, Information Technology & Communication, or Traditional Pathways. Traditional is how we normally think of school. In Health Services or Information Technology & Communication, students take classes around that theme. Students may hope to someday enter fields in their chosen Pathway, even if they are not sure of which profession. Students might choose Pathways because they’ll see the same students in Pathways classes, giving them the opportunity to be part of a smaller group within the larger school community. They also get additional opportunities related to that theme, such as field trips or visits from industry leaders. An extra opportunity available through the Health Services Pathway is HOPE (Health Occupations and Professions Exploration) at UW Health. HOPE MMSD Pathways is a one-day seminar where high school
students from underrepresented groups are connected with college mentors and health care professionals to explore careers. All HOPE mentors and students get the chance to participate in a HOPE summer internship at UW Health. UW Health hosts an average of 80 to 90 HOPE summer interns each summer for part-time and full-time internships. More than 2,500 students have participated in HOPE since 2013 and more than 400 completed a summer internship.
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COOL SCHOOL S INNOVATION WORKS FOR NURSING Herzing-Madison offers flexibility with online classes and more While attending Herzing University-Madison to earn her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, Elvira “Vivi” Ruíz Gárate juggled four part-time jobs along with her nursing studies. “Finding a career I’m passionate about is very important to me,” Vivi said. “That’s why I decided to finish my schooling, to make a better life for myself.” Vivi was born in Peru, moved to the U.S. when she was 14 and graduated from Beloit Memorial High School. A year after high school, she started working as a receptionist, and later moved into roles such as medical assistant and medical interpreter. She became a Licensed Practical Nurse after attending technical school in Janesville. Vivi enrolled at Herzing University after learning that its new BSN program didn’t have a waiting list and hearing about friends’ positive experiences at the nonprofit school. Herzing supports nontraditional students who have to juggle jobs and family, and the school makes it easy with online classes and the way it schedules on-campus classes, Vivi said. Since graduating in May 2019, Vivi has passed her NCLEXRN licensing exam and started working full-time at UW Health in itsnurse residency program. Vivi, who speaks fluent Spanish, has a passion for patient advocacy and culturally sensitive care. Patients are more comfortable when a medical professional “looks like them and speaks the same
SPARKING SUCCESS EARLY Waterford High junior’s welding career starts with dual credit courses, boot camp High-schooler Ethan Schaefer said at this point in his life, he’s choosing not to attend a four-year college when he graduates next year.
Elvira “Vivi” Ruíz Gárate
language,” she said. “They open up and tell me more than they’ll tell someone else.” Vivi plans to become a nurse practitioner and, thanks to Herzing’s dual credit program, she has already completed a semester toward her graduate degree.
That doesn’t mean he’s opting out of structured training for a career, though – and it doesn’t mean he’s not taking college courses. He’s already started. The Waterford Union High School junior began his training as a welder as a sophomore through courses offered at a welding boot camp held at Gateway Technical College’s Elkhorn Campus. Ethan has earned nine Gateway credits and gained skills he can use in his chosen career of welding. “I saw that the Gateway welding boot camp was being held,” Ethan said. “I thought about all the job opportunities for welders right now. I thought of being able to have a career in something I like so I decided to sign up for it.” Ethan says he’s learned skills like blueprint reading and TIG and oxy welding from the boot camp that he can apply to his career. “I like welding because of how hands-on it is. I don’t really want to go to a four-year college. I can learn this through Gateway and an apprenticeship, on the job,” he said. “I feel like there’s a lot of pressure on us to go to a four-year college,” he added. “I am not a fan of going to a bunch of classes I’ll never need. I just want to go directly into the workforce right after high school and learn a trade through an apprenticeship.”
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THESE ARE THE TOP 50 JOBS IN WISCONSIN based on total projected openings for 2020, sorted by the annual median wage. These are all expected to have at least 1,000 openings this year and more than 13,000 in the case of food preparation and serving workers. Take note of the required education for each position. Some jobs offer apprenticeships, which can boost earnings after completion. n
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Construction Laborers
$38,890
Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders
$31,770
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers
$30,020
Social and Human Service Assistants
$31,610
Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals
$26,520
Team Assemblers
$29,910
Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers
$26,220
Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors
$28,610
Packers and Packagers
$25,590
Helpers--Production Workers
$27,830
Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse
$24,440
Light Truck or Delivery Services Drivers
$27,770
Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
$23,640
First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers
$27,480
Cooks, Restaurant
$23,480
Receptionists and Information Clerks
$27,350
Retail Salespersons
$21,060
Personal Care Aides
$22,430
Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
$20,790
Stock Clerks and Order Fillers
$21,730
Food Preparation Workers
$19,840
Recreation Workers
$21,590
Bartenders
$19,100
Childcare Workers
$20,350
Cashiers
$19,080
Counter Attendants, Cafeteria, Food Concession, and Coffee Shop
$18,890
Waiters and Waitresses
$18,850
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including Fast Food
$18,380
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOM A (OR EQUI VALENT )
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOM A + APPRENTICE SHIP Electricians
$58,310
Carpenters
$45,930
P OS T SECON DARY NON - DEGREE AWAR D Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
$40,550
Nursing Assistants
$27,500
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
$24,350
Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products
$59,410
First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers
$56,420
First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers
$51,050
Sales Representatives, Services, All Other
$49,220
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks
$35,610
Machinists
$41,670
Teacher Assistants
$27,440
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
$40,820
Maintenance and Repair Workers, General
$38,280
First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
$36,750
Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive
$36,080
Customer Service Representatives Office Clerks, General
SOME COLLEGE, NO DEGREE BACHELOR ’S DEGREE Registered Nurses
$66,430
Accountants and Auditors
$61,210
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education
$54,530
$34,610
Substitute Teachers
$29,070
$32,680
Source: Short-Term Wisconsin Occupation Employment Projections for 2020, WisConomy
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There are a ton of unique, amazing, useful and fun items made in the south central Wisconsin region. Some global brands you may recognize; others may surprise you. Take pride in our state’s manufacturing legacy! These businesses are consistently hiring and providing work for Wisconsinites. We’ve gathered a small sampling of positions recently posted as open. For more info on the job requirements, be sure to check out the careers page on their websites, where you can also apply!
COMMERCIAL SIGNS EVERBRITE | The first signs by Sheet Metal Products, Inc. were made in a Milwaukee garage in 1927. The company installed the first neon beer light in Milwaukee and the name changed to Everbrite Electrical Signs in 1935. The company has grown since then to provide LED lighting and signs to companies throughout the world. Everbrite is the largest minority/WBE (Women’s Business Enterprise) signage company in the U.S. They have seven sales and manufacturing facilities, including one in Elkhorn.
JOBS AT EVERBRITE ELECTRICAL ASSEMBLER Performs a variety of hand assembly, inspection, test or boxing operations leading to the completion of the finished product ready for shipment. POWDER COAT PAINTER Spray powder paint to industry standards; prep, hang, and unload parts; maintain guns and equipment; operate, maintain, and clean spray paint equipment.
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GENER ATORS Generac Power Systems | When businesses or homes run out of power in an emergency, they might have to use a generator. And there’s a good chance that generator was made by Generac Power Systems Inc. Since 1959, Generac has been a leading designer and manufacturer of generators and other engine-powered products. Their generators are designed for use in campers, homes, job sites, and industrial applications worldwide. Generac has plants throughout Wisconsin, including in Whitewater, Eagle, and Jefferson.
JOBS AT GENER AC CYCLE COUNTER - Responsible for reconciliation of inventory discrepancies in addition to determining root cause and corrective action recommendations. Communicate results and recommendations to purchasing and manufacturing leads in a timely fashion. CUSTOMER SUPPORT REPRESENTATIVE - Provides excellent customer care to customers in a timely manner with an emphasis on accurate information, effective communication and issue resolution.
CL AY TARGET MACHINE MEC Outdoors | Mayville Engineering Company (MEC) of Mayville has been recognized as the largest fabricator in the nation for nine years in a row. Founded in 1945, MEC is a contract manufacturer that provides a range of prototyping and tooling, production fabrication, coating, assembly and aftermarket services. Customer end-markets include heavy- and medium-duty commercial vehicles, construction, power sports, agriculture and the military. MEC operates 21 manufacturing facilities in eight states. Over 3,000 employees are shareholders – MEC is an employee-owned company.
JOBS AT MEC PAINT MIX TECHNICIAN - Sets up, adjusts and operates laboratory equipment and instruments such as microscopes, viscosimeter, chemical balance scales, colorimeter, Ph meters, conductivity meters and other equipment. BLASTER (PRODUCTION OPERATOR) - Responsible for using high-pressure equipment to clean and prepare surfaces for painting.
HARDWARE FIXTURES Spectrum Brands | You’ve probably used more than one Spectrum product in a day. Based in Middleton, Spectrum Brands is a supplier of residential locksets, builders’ hardware, plumbing, grooming products, small appliances, pet supplies, lawn and garden supplies and insect repellents. Their well-known brands include Kwikset, Pfister, Remington, Black+Decker, Cutter, and Black Flag, plus many more. In 2018, the company generated sales of approximately $3.8 billion. That’s a lot of products!
JOBS AT SPECTRUM SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYST - Gathering, organizing, analyzing, and reporting supply chain data for management review and decision-making, along with preparing reports to track the performance of the supply chain. GRAPHIC DESIGNER - Design and produce a variety of projects, including packaging, corporate identity, photography art-direction, advertising, exhibitions and displays, within a budget and tight timelines.
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SPARKLING WATER Wis-Pak, Inc. | Wis-Pak is a manufacturer and distributor of Pepsi-Cola, Klarbrunn and other soft drinks. Based in Watertown, Wis-Pak Inc. has experienced significant growth over the years and has added multiple locations throughout the U.S. A portion of proceeds from the Bucky’s Cherry Berry sparkling water, produced by Wis-Pak, will be donated to the University of Wisconsin Athletics program’s Badgers Give Back.
JOBS AT WIS -PAK ELECTRONIC DATA INTERCHANGE (EDI) SPECIALIST - Analyzing EDI requirements from business partners to develop and implement interfaces, applications, and mappings. MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN INTERNSHIP - Responsible for maintaining the quality performance of production, auxiliary and repair equipment necessary to run a safe and efficient plant operation.
PRESSURE FRYERS Broaster Company | Founder L.A.M. Phelan invented the “broasted” chicken process in 1954, a method of preparing chicken and other foods, by combining pressure cooking and deep frying concepts. This successful process exists today at Broaster Company, a provider of foodservice equipment, manufacturing not far from where it all began in Beloit.
JOBS AT BROASTER CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE - Processing orders received from domestic distributors, answering inquiries regarding orders placed and projected shipping dates.
NUCLEAR TECHNOLOGY Phoenix LLC | No IEDs here! Phoenix technologies are used for detecting explosives in warzones and to test manufactured components in factories. Founded in 2005, Phoenix designs and manufactures applications for nuclear technologies in medicine, defense, and energy industries. Their commercial neutron generators are used to produce clean fusion energy. The company is located in Monona and has internships available.
JOBS AT PHOENIX DATABASE DEVELOPER - Design and implement data management solutions for current and future systems. OUTBOUND LOGISTICS SPECIALIST Oversees all outbound shipments including finished goods, domestic parcel and freight, international, dangerous goods and hazardous materials.
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ROBOTS CNC Solutions LLC | The future is right here in Wisconsin. CNC Solutions is an automation, robotics, and engineering firm in Johnson Creek. They design machines for a range of applications in businesses all over the world. Their industrial collaborative robots automate many manufacturing processes including assembly, painting, screw driving, labeling, injection molding, welding, packaging and polishing.
JOBS AT CNC MECHANICAL DESIGNER - Work with project engineers to concept and design functional systems on time and in budget. AUTOMATION CONTROLS ENGINEER - Provide electrical design and controls programming based on automation project requirements.
AIR FILTERS Aprilaire | Take a nice breath of fresh air! Those clean O molecules may have been courtesy of Aprilaire, a manufacturer of healthy air products based in Madison. The company’s air quality technology controls humidity, temperature, air purity and ventilation. Aprilaire is part of Research Products Corp. and was established in 1954. Its filters are used in more than 7 million homes.
JOBS AT APRIL AIRE ASSEMBLER - Seasonal, full-time 3rd Shift Assembler positions are paid on piece-rate, which means you’ll set your own pace and earnings ($18 to $25+ an hour). MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN - Handson work with proprietary manufacturing equipment, with various systems involving electrical/electronic controls and mechanical devices.
REMOTE- CONTROLLED COOLERS Seljan Company | Your cold drink is on its way thanks to The C3 Rover, a motorized remote-control cooler made by Seljan Co. in Lake Mills. Rovers are battery powered with speakers and headlights, built to run up to four hours. This unique item can be customized for tailgating, camping and even just having fun in the yard. Seljan serves diverse clients in the automotive, metal forming, agricultural, medical and food industries. The company offers on-the-job training and schooling as well as apprenticeships.
JOBS AT SEL JAN ROTO MACHINE OPERATOR - Set up machines and equipment utilized for plastic molding, including proper mold alignment and curing temperatures. SECONDARY FINISHING – PLASTICS - Perform part finishing, cleaning, flame polishing, and other production activities.
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How long does it take to build an interstate? The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is overseeing a major reconstruction project in south-central Wisconsin. The I-39/90 Expansion Project extends 45 miles, from the Illinois state line to Madison. Weather permitting, the entire I-39/90 project will be completed in fall 2021. Reconstruction involves expanding the interstate from four to six lanes along most of the corridor and expanding it to eight lanes (four lanes in each direction) for a portion from Highway 11 north to Highway 26. The project also requires reconfiguring 11 interchanges. In addition to I-39/90, several roads and highways that connect to the interstate will be reconfigured to align with the expanded lanes. Due to the magnitude of the project, it was separated into
three segments – North, Central and South – and individual work teams were assigned to each segment. Construction activities began in 2013 with the reconfiguration of the I-39/90 and Highway 11 (Racine Street) interchange in Janesville. From 2015 to 2019, crews continued working to reconfigure interchanges and expand bridges, including the completion of the new Rock River bridges near Edgerton in 2018. In November 2019, the project reached a major milestone with more than 20 miles of the project opening to three lanes of traffic in each direction between Madison and Edgerton. In 2020, crews will continue the reconstruction activities south of Edgerton to the Illinois state line.
Where do the building materials come from? MATERIAL CONTRACTORS • The power plant in Portage has supplied the Fly Ash for the high-performance concrete (HPC) and structural concrete. • Type II signs have been provided by Decker Supply from Madison. • Landscaping/restoration items provided by CFM in Madison; Earth & Road in Arlington, Wisconsin; Middleton Farmers Cooperative in Middleton; and by La Crosse Seed 14
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SOURCES USED NEAR THE I-39/90 CORRIDOR Solutions in La Crosse.
• Halverson Quarry – base
• Hurd Pit – concrete aggregates
• County Materials in Janesville provided precast concrete items (storm sewer, prestressed girders).
• Lathers Pit – base, concrete aggregates, backfill
• Hurd Quarry – base
• Prairie Avenue Pit – concrete aggregates
• Spancrete in Valders has provided prestressed girders.
• Townline Pit – concrete aggregates, HMA
• HWY 51 Quarry – HPC aggregates
• Neenah Foundry and Heider & Bott supplied storm sewer castings.
• Van Allen Quarry – base
• Wooden posts were supplied by Woods Run Forest Products in Colfax.
• Frank MH Quarry – base
• Cronin Pit – concrete aggregates • Frank MH Pit – concrete aggregates
• TNT Quarry – base
• Prime contractors in 2019 included Mashuda Contractors based in Princeton, Wisconsin; Rock Road Companies, Inc. from Janesville; and Hoffman Construction Company based in Black River Falls.
• Janesville Sand & Gravel – concrete aggregates
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What does it take to build an interstate? MATERIAL QUANTITIES USED FROM 2013 THROUGH JUNE 2019 • Concrete masonry: 41,792 cubic yards • High-performance concrete: 18,305 cubic yards • Base aggregate: 4,171,762 tons • Embankment: 3,323,143 cubic yards • Concrete pavement: 1,762,553 square yards • Length of new lanes added: 102 miles
Who builds the interstate? SHEET METAL WORKERS Fabricate, assemble, install, and repair sheet metal products and equipment. Requirements: High school diploma (apprenticeship available) Experienced salary: $64, 376 IRON WORKERS Raise, place, and unite iron or steel girders and columns to form completed structures or frameworks. Requirements: OSHA 10, high school diploma (apprenticeship available) Experienced salary: $73,170 CEMENT MASON/ CEMENT FINISHER Smooth and finish surfaces of poured concrete using hand and power tools. Requirements: High school diploma (apprenticeship available) Experienced salary: $57,893 HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Operate power construction equipment to excavate, move and grade earth, erect structures or pour pavement. Requirements: Valid driver’s license, high school diploma (apprenticeship available) Experienced salary: $70,616 GENERAL LABORER Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites. Requirements: High school diploma (apprenticeship available)
Apprentice Hours by Craft Area: 2013 – 2019
Experienced salary: $49,897
Heavy Equipment Operators
101,429
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Skilled Trades
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Source: WisDOT
The table below shows the make-up of the I-39/90 project workforce for apprentices in the different craft areas.
ELECTRICIAN Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Requirements: High school diploma (apprenticeship available); 5-year training program Experienced salary: $68,540
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SUPPLY CHAIN
What is SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT? THE SUPPLY CHAIN is essential to manufacturing. In short, it is materials and process flow. SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT focuses on managing this flow. The goal is to be as efficient as possible in moving the product from the supplier to the customer. How does a business create the best product at the lowest cost? To manage well, you must be familiar with many business areas, including purchasing, operations, inventory management and warehousing, customer service, and logistics. EVERY INDUSTRY – from agriculture to disaster response to retail to IT to health care – has use for supply chain management. More schools are developing specializations and degrees in this area. You can study for an associate degree in supply chain management (Waukesha County Technical College, Gateway Technical College, Milwaukee Area Technical College), study for a bachelor’s degree in business and earn a specialization (DeVry University), major in business with a logistics minor (Milwaukee School of Engineering), or earn a bachelor’s or even a master’s degree (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Marquette University). Some companies, such as GE Healthcare in Waukesha, have specialized training programs specific to their product and business. n
LOCAL SUPPLY CHAIN: I -39/I -9 0 I NTERSTATE E XPAN SIO N PROJ EC T In transporting materials to the work site, supply chain managers try to find the shortest routes for the best product to get to a site. In building projects, often the natural resources closest to the worksite are not only the most convenient but also the most cost-effective. In the case of I-39, the private contractor who bid on the project is responsible for locating and transporting any necessary materials, as well as complying with local ordinances and permit requirements.
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The steps of a supply chain are: BUY materials for building a product, transport the materials to the factory to MAKE the product, move the product to STORE it, then ship it to SELL to the customer.
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Image courtesy Marquette University Center for Supply Chain Management
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Supply chain management career annual salaries:
$47,000 - $78,000
(Source: WCTC)
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For the last eight years, I was Wisconsin’s lieutenant governor. That’s like Wisconsin’s version of a vice president. In politics, you get called many things, but a favorite of mine was being dubbed Wisconsin’s “Jobs Ambassador.” As we helped grow Wisconsin’s businesses, those companies needed more workers, which created more chances for more people to earn great livings. Those newly created jobs included many of the careers highlighted in this magazine! Today, I am proud to partner with Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin on the “Building Wisconsin Jobs Project,” a new push to invigorate and strengthen the effort to recruit and train a wellpaid Wisconsin construction workforce. Construction jobs are outstanding because they pay a lot, people rarely accumulate debt, and you get paid to go to school! (You can see why I like to tell people about these opportunities!) As part of this effort, I’ve been documenting the lives of people who have chosen construction as a career and how that has changed their lives. These amazing stories are highlighted in a new micro-series called Money Jobs. If you watch the series, you’ll realize why we called it Money Jobs. In one episode, a young woman apprentice shares her emotional story about how her construction career will allow her to buy her mom a home. In other episodes, the owner of a heating and air conditioning company explains how his skills allowed him to work everywhere from a tropical vacation destination to his home state of Wisconsin. In another episode you can watch how construction apprentices are buying nice cars and trucks even before graduating! Unfortunately, too many high school graduates won’t have these opportunities right away because they will opt to attend a four-year university instead, believing it’s their “best” option for financial security. This may be best for some, but costly for many others. According to a study by LendEDU, the average student loan debt per borrower in Wisconsin
is almost $30,000, which results in years of debt payments, especially for many college graduates who are underemployed relative to the investment in their careers. Compare this to the apprenticeship model. Apprenticeship tuition with Associated Builders and Contractors is only $2,000 per year (including books and administrative fees) and apprentices get paid while they learn in their three- to five-year programs. They learn on the job most days and in the classroom about one day every two weeks. According to the Wisconsin Technical College System Apprenticeship Salary Report, new graduates completing their apprenticeships in construction crafts have a median salary of $77,000 in our state. A lot of adults work a lifetime to reach that wage … and still never get there. Now imagine choosing this path out of high school and hitting that earning potential in just three or four years! Apprentices graduate with essentially no education-related debt and many are able to buy their own houses and build cash reserves before they even graduate. They work with their hands and with new technology to build real things that provide a strong sense of accomplishment. They also already have jobs when they graduate because they continue working for the company that trained them. In addition, construction craftsmen and craftswomen have opportunities to climb into management positions and many become their own bosses after starting their own companies. You may wonder: what’s the catch? Why would I make that much money that young? Why would I get paid to go to school? The answer: Wisconsin’s construction industry really needs and wants you. There are 200,000 current construction job openings, so there has never been a better time to consider what construction has to offer! Learn more about ABC’s micro-series and the stories of individuals who are succeeding in the construction industry at abcwi.org/moneyjobs.
BUILD YOUR CAREER
Earn while you learn.
$83,817 Annual median salary for all construction apprenticeship completers in 2017-18
* Wisconsin Technical College System – Employment and Salary Data for 2017-18 Apprentices. Median salary is not an average – it is the mid-point of all reported salaries, with half of reported salaries below and half above.
Begin a great career in construction today and start earning money immediately through apprenticeship! As a skilled construction worker, you’ll be in demand with lots of opportunities to move up the career ladder without college debt.
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CAREERSPOTLIGHT BELLEVILLE YOUTH APPRENTICES
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SPOTLIGHT ON YOUTH APPRENTICESHIPS YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP STUDENTS are juniors or seniors in high school who complete 450 hours of learning on the job and two semesters of related classes. Students are paid for their work and often leave school early. Many youth apprentices are hired by their employers after graduating. Read on for more info! n
MECHANIC AL ENGINEERING YOUTH APPRENTICE WITH FEDER AL INDUSTRIES Matteo is a senior at Belleville High School. He has been interested in how things work and how they can be improved since he was a young child. During high school, he focused on Technology Education/Project Lead the Way, completing engineering courses. Matteo attends classes for four hours and works at his apprenticeship for four hours. He is also involved in sports and DECA. “After high school I plan to attend UW-Platteville for mechanical engineering. A youth apprenticeship is a great opportunity because it has allowed me to gain hands-on experience in a real-life work setting, make industry connections and enhance my resume,” he said. n
MITCHELL MUSSEHL HE ALTH SCIENCES YOUTH APPRENTICE WITH WALGREENS PHARMACY IN VERONA Mitchell is a senior at Belleville High School and a registered youth apprentice at Walgreens earning his certification and developing skills as a pharmacy technician. Mitchell has always been interested in health care, treatment of patients, and has a passion for organic chemistry and how it relates to the real world. Mitchell’s days are packed, which is how he likes it, not wanting to “miss out” on anything life has to offer. Mitchell said, “My knowledge of health care has increased by tenfold in these past months, and with my sincerest hopes, it will last a lifetime.” In particular, he has learned about third-party operations, i.e., health insurance, and its influence on providers and patients. Mitchell plans to pursue a B.S. in Microbiology and continue working as part-time as a pharmacy technician. n 20
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WATERTOWN YOUTH APPRENTICES LYSHA PINEDA HE ALTH SCIENCES YOUTH APPRENTICE WITH DYCOR A TR ANSITIONAL HE ALTH AND LIVING “My experience with youth apprenticeship has taught me a great deal of responsibility with managing my money and checking in with our amount of hours worked and how much we get paid. I have been honored to learn some basic nursing and caretaking skills. I strongly believe students should take advantage of this opportunity to get a head start to their career. It’s an easy opportunity to succeed.” n
DALTON GALECKI MANUFAC TURING YOUTH APPRENTICE WITH SEVEN -UP BOT TLING COMPANY OF WATERTOWN “I wake up around 7 a.m., I complete my school day and go to work at 2 p.m. each day. Typically, I work until close or until 10:00 p.m., whichever comes first. Make sure you are responsible, and use your time wisely. There is not much time to mess around in between things because my schedule is so packed.” n
JOSHUA BECK C ARPENTRY YOUTH APPRENTICE WITH BASEMAN BROS, INC. “I got involved with youth apprenticeship through my older sister, who was in the Child Care Teacher Cooperative Skills program. She told me that I could get a construction youth apprenticeship with my work experience. I learned you can do so much with your hands. You don’t need to be the smartest to do what you like. Also, work as hard as you can because it also makes you better and can get you ahead in life.” n
KALI SEM INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY YOUTH APPRENTICE AT BADGERL AND COMPUTERS AND NET WORKING “My school counselor knew I was interested in the IT field and referred me to YA. I take classes like Computer Science and IT Essentials. And on weekends I work on refurbishing computers for sale, troubleshooting issues and tuning up computers. It might seem intimidating at first but it really is not once you get into it. Just go for it. Repetition is key. You need to do trial and error to better learn how to troubleshoot and know the knowledge off the top of your head.” n
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MILTON YOUTH APPRENTICES AT CharterNex Films A WORD FROM MENTOR MARK BRUDOS SAFET Y SPECIALIST, CHARTERNE X FILMS “With people being our No. 1 asset at CharterNex Films, accompanied with our strong focus on developing their skills, the youth apprenticeship program is a win-win. “For the apprentice, it has given them the opportunity to learn core values they will need to later apply in their future careers.
“For the employer, this gives us a head start on developing these skills that our industry demands. We focus our core values on safety, quality, reliability, and leadership, as these skills are universal and will apply to any career path chosen. “Investing in our youth is investing in our future.” n
Five Milton High School Youth Apprenticeship students are at CharterNex Films. Left to right: Josh Mussey, Cole Stalker, Tyler Kenyon, Ethan Dillinder and Mark Brudos from CharterNex Films.
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E X TRUSION TECHNICIAN YOUTH APPRENTICE
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RECYCLING TECHNICIAN YOUTH APPRENTICE
“I wrap rolls, band rolls, sweep the floors, help in recycling. (CharterNex Films is a 0% waste to landfill facility). You have to be committed. It’s not just a simple job like working at a restaurant. You have to pay attention and know what you are doing.” n
“I do banding (of) rolls to pallets and wrapping/labeling them. I have also done box projects. Last but not least, I have helped the recycle area which turns scrap plastic back into raw material. Be ready to work.” n
“I scan and organize racks, clean and sweep, and load the conveyor belt with plastic. Learn everything you can so you can help on anything someone may need.” n
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Why a SKILLED TRADE might be right for you: NOTES FROM HIRING MANAGERS There are many reasons why the skilled trades make great careers and might be the right fit for you! Here are a few from two experienced hiring managers in the industry.
• DEMAND - Construction is the largest industry in North America. The industry doesn’t have enough skilled tradesmen, so demand is high. In response to this, businesses offer incredible wage and benefits packages. • WAGES - Entry-level pay far exceeds most unskilled jobs, and compensation increases rapidly as one advances. Experienced trades workers’ wages are often comparable, or higher, than those offered in jobs which require a two- or four-year degree. • HANDS-ON LEARNING - An entry-level person in the trades starts immediately on projects, working alongside experienced employees. Employees are able to produce finished projects as they progress. • TEAMWORK - If you enjoy working as part of a team, the trades are a great career choice. Successful individuals working in the trades demonstrate daily the value of teamwork.
Jim Cisco, trainer, AMCS Inc.
• ACCOMPLISHMENTS - As projects progress, those working on them are able to see the results of their labor and recognize their contributions to structures that will last for years to come.
• INNOVATION - It’s an exciting time to get into the skilled trades! Developments in tools, materials, and equipment allow workers to accomplish projects in ways that are safer and more efficient than in the past. • PRIDE - The skilled trades offer American Pride at its best. See your hard work firsthand and feel a sense of accomplishment at the final product. People in the public comment on how cool a building is and you’re able to take pride in what you contributed. • TRANSFERABLE SKILLS - You learn skills that will help you take care of your home. Opportunities are everywhere. • GET PAID TO TRAIN - Get paid for on-the-job training, and upon completing the apprenticeship program, you have a career in the construction industry with opportunity for advancement. • VARIETY - Every day is different! New challenges arise every day on the job site. No two projects are alike. • CONTINUOUS TRAINING - Continuous job-specific training is available throughout apprenticeships in the latest technology, equipment and tools. • A CULTURE THAT GIVES BACK - Community involvement is important to CCI, so there are opportunities for associates to get involved with youth and community activities. n
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Heather Dobson, director of business and workforce development, CCI, Beloit
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SKILLED TRADES APPRENTICES
JACOB SONDREAL MCFARLAND HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE, FIRE PROTECTION REGISTERED APPRENTICE WITH DAVE JONES, INC. JACOB SONDREAL was a youth apprentice while in high school where he worked and continues to work with Dave Jones in its sprinkler fitter program. He is now in his final year of the Registered Apprenticeship Program at age 21. His job duties include installing fire protection in new and existing buildings as well as helping maintain existing fire protection systems. “Don’t be afraid to take that first step,” Jacob said. “It’s OK to try different trades. From the outside looking in, you wouldn’t see all the different trades it takes to build a building. “I always tell people that I’m living the American dream. I’m 21 and own a house. I have a nice truck. I go on vacations every year.” n
GRANT SCHAEFER ELKHORN AREA HIGH SCHOOL, CARPENTRY YOUTH APPRENTICE WITH STEBNITZ BUILDERS GR ANT SCHAEFER is a senior at Elkhorn Area High School. Grant is currently employed by Stebnitz Builders, a design-build remodeling firm serving southeast Wisconsin for nearly 50 years. Grant has had the opportunity to experience a wide range of handson training by working on job sites and learning from lead carpenters. This includes cutting and installing baseboard and shoe molding, assisting with framing walls, helping to install cedar siding, preparing a roof for shingle installation, installing insulation and helping demo projects that are just starting. Alongside Stebnitz Builders’ team of professionals, Grant has begun to develop his skills in finish carpentry. He’s looking forward to a long career in the construction industry and has already expressed his desire to work full-time at Stebnitz Builders after high school graduation. n
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Co$t of Living Basic Budgeting: How much do I need to make to live like I want? IDENTIFYING THE BASELINE COSTS FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE CAN HELP YOU REVIEW WHAT YOU MUST EARN TO LIVE. What jobs can I get that will take me there? Most industries have a range of salaries to consider when deciding if a career will pay for all the stuff you want and need. CareerCruising.com offers up-to-date local salary info for students. What do I need versus want? Identifying your true needs (indoor plumbing) versus wants (new BMW) will help you make monthly budget requirements. If you earn money beyond what is needed, save it in a rainy day or fun money fund. Can I adjust my expectations to match my choices? If your dreams are beyond your means at this point, you might need to alter course a bit. For example, say you want to buy a house. If you move in with roommates for a while, you can share housing costs while saving for the down payment. How much for a ...? Consider these average monthly costs for some items you might need to pay for on your own.
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WHERE THE
JOBS ARE Some areas have greater need for certain jobs. These two charts show the main industries in the Madison area and the Janesville-Beloit area.
ECONOM Y AT A GL ANCE FOR MADISON ARE A Industry
Number of jobs
Government
87,100
Retail and Wholesale Trade, Transportation, and Utilities
67,100
Professional and Business Services
52,900
Education and Health Services
47,900
Leisure and Hospitality
39,000
Manufacturing
35,800
Financial Activities
23,500
Other Services
21,200
Mining, Logging, and Construction
19,000
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17,200
MADISON JANESVILLE BELOIT
ECONOM Y AT A GL ANCE FOR JANESVILLE - B ELOI T ARE A Industry
Number of jobs
Retail and Wholesale Trade, Transportation, and Utilities
16,900
Education and Health Services
11,300
Manufacturing
10,800
Government
8,300
Leisure and Hospitality
7,300
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Industry
Number of jobs
Professional and Business Services
5,900
Mining, Logging, and Construction
3,800
Other Services
3,400
Financial Activities
2,000
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FUN STUFF
Disability Insurance 403B Vacation (paid time off) Sick (paid time) Flexible Workplace Tuition Reimbursement
WHO WE ARE Beloit Health System is a community healthcare provider serving the Stateline area where you’ll find the facilities and medical technology of a large medical center, coupled with the warmth and personal service of a community health system. We’re known for our friendly culture, focus on our patients, and for the exceptional career opportunities that we offer. Yesterday. Today. Tomorrow. For Life.
INFO 1969 West Hart Road Beloit, WI 53511
(608) 364-5011
beloithealthsystem.org
facebook.com/BeloitHealthSystem
linkedin.com/company/ beloit-health-system
youtube.com/channel/ UCL2i0OBBvl2J8tllJGF82Fw
Employees: 1,600
Year founded: 1969
President: Timothy McKevett
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STUFF WE MAKE We offer a wide range of healthcare services at several locations including: » » » » » » » » »
Hendricks Family Heart Hospital Packard Family Care Center NorthPointe Health and Wellness UW Cancer Center Beloit Regional Hospice 6 Local Clinics Senior Living Facilities Beloit Memorial Hospital Beloit Clinic
COOL CUSTOMERS Our community and patients are at the center of everything we do.
At Beloit Health System we’re dedicated to helping students in our community. Over the past year and a half, we have partnered with Hendricks CareerTek to help middle school and high school students explore careers in health science through after school programs, field trips, healthcare academies, job shadowing, CPR courses, and career certification scholarships. Last year we helped 70 young people in our community through the nursing assistant course via a scholarship! Be sure to check out hendrickscareertek.org for opportunities!
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES/ BENEFITS It takes a large team to provide exceptional care to our patients! Positions at Beloit Health System consist of clinical as well as non-clinical roles. Some examples include: » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » »
Registered Nurse Advanced Practitioner Pharmacist/Pharmacy Technician Physical/Occupational Therapist Physician Speech/Language Pathologist Phlebotomist Medical Assistant Respiratory Therapist Radiology Technician Social Worker Receptionist Medical Coder Environmental Services Specialist Dietician Biomedical Engineering technician Business/Finance Professionals Human Resources Specialists
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$27-$29/hr starter
JENNIFER YEADON
DIRECTOR OF MEDICAL IMAGING YEARS AT COMPANY: 2.5 WHAT ARE YOUR JOB DUTIES? Lead the Imaging Departments throughout the Health System by creating and enforcing policies as well as being a team player and coworker by assisting with patient care when needed. WHAT DOES THIS JOB AND WORKING FOR THIS COMPANY MEAN TO YOU? I can use the skills I have acquired along my career path to create an environment that is both fun and safe for the employees along with providing the best care possible to our patients. It allows me to continue to build a department that I started my career in.
KEVIN KUMLIEN REGISTERED NURSE CARDIAC CATH LAB YEARS AT COMPANY: 17 WHAT ARE YOUR JOB DUTIES? As a cath lab nurse my duties are to assess and care for patients that are having procedures and to adequately sedate and minimize their discomfort with different medications. WHAT DOES THIS JOB AND WORKING FOR THIS COMPANY MEAN TO YOU? Beloit Memorial Hospital is a small community hospital that makes each patient feel like they’re having a medical procedure in a warm and loving place. It’s like we’re all family. I make it my goal to put my patients at ease, educate them about what will happen during the procedure, and to help them through their cardiac procedure and recovery. We are a team from start to finish caring for the patient. There is nothing like taking care of people in the hospital. One of the high points is when you and your team are called into work in the middle of the night and you save a life. You’re tired, exhausted, hungry, but you all fall back on your training to complete the case. One of our teams is on call 24-7. The work is hard, but very rewarding.
THE JOB: REQUIREMENTS » Graduate of accredited radiography program » Current state license » American Heart Association Basic Life Support » Current drivers license SKILLS » Good oral and written communication skills » Compassion » Team Player » Strong Work Ethic » Specific areas of medical imaging require additional certification (example: CT)
$35-$38/hr experienced
$42-$44/hr expert
Career Ladder
THE JOB: REQUIREMENTS » Graduate of accredited ADN or BSN program » Current state license » American Heart Association Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support SKILLS » Excellent assessment skills » Good oral and written communication skills » Compassion » Team Player » Strong Work Ethic
4 APN (MASTERS OR DOCTORATE) DEPENDENT UPON ROLE
3 CHARGE RN OR RN SUPERVISOR $
37-$40/HR
2 REGISTERED NURSE $
27-$29/HR
1 CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT $
13-$15/HR
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Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account Life Insurance Disability Insurance 401(k) Bonuses Vacation (paid time off) Sick (paid time) Wellness Program Apprenticeships/Internships Corporate Chaplain & Dream Coaches
INFO 3800 Gateway Boulevard, Suite 200 Beloit, WI 53511 (608) 362-2912 cciwi.com facebook.com/ CorporateContractorsInc l inkedin.com/company/ corporate-contractors-inc @CCIWI youtube.com/user/ CorporateContractors
WHO WE ARE
FUN STUFF
Corporate Contractors, Inc. (CCI) is a diverse general contractor focused on a special goal: to make every project we undertake an example of inspired design realized by purposeful construction that reflects a sensibility to our clients’ vision. We have offices in Beloit and Delafield as well as a limestone quarry in Beloit.
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STUFF WE MAKE As a general contractor, we ultimately build meaningful relationships that then help build communities. Many firms can construct buildings, yet ultimately it’s the quality and experience of the people involved who make the real difference. We have a passion for adaptive design projects as well as creating new community assets.
COOL CUSTOMERS CCI has completed award-winning projects of all sizes and in many markets including manufacturing, education, hospitality, office, multi-family, and more.
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Corporate Chaplain support and guidance Dream Coaches to enrich lives Power of Us initiatives Community involvement endeavors (average of 50 each year) Building the Future: Community Construction Zone event Wellness Committee challenges Associate and family picnics and parties Feed the Field cookouts YMCA Corporate Cup team Workforce Development training Leadership and mentor programs Apprenticeship opportunities CareerTek partnership and academies And more!
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES/ BENEFITS At CCI, we strive to maintain a dynamic and energetic workplace culture that focuses on client needs and team goals. If you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and are motivated to make a difference we encourage you to check out our website for career opportunities.
Employees: 150 Year founded: 1982 President: Brad Austin
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$35-$40K starter
DYLAN ADEL
PROJECT MANAGER AGE: 25 | YEARS AT COMPANY: 2.5 WHAT ARE YOUR JOB DUTIES? » Estimating » Managing job costs » Prepare and enforce schedules » Quality control » Conduct project meetings » Maintain open communications WHAT DOES THIS JOB AND WORKING FOR THIS COMPANY MEAN TO YOU? Working for Corporate Contractors Inc., (CCI), has provided me a great opportunity to grow and expand my knowledge base within the construction industry. CCI has grown and evolved greatly over the past two and half years that I have been working here, and it is rewarding to be part of a company that is able to grow quickly and evolve with the construction industry. CCI takes great pride in being involved in the community, from career fairs to community outreach events, and participating in events with other companies within the community. It is an honor to work for CCI knowing that they are willing to help grow the community and make it a better place to live and interact.
THE JOB: REQUIREMENTS » Degree in Construction Management or five years of project management experience working for a general contractor » Valid drivers license » Must be willing to travel SKILLS Project Managers are responsible for project oversight including the planning, directing and coordination of a wide variety of construction projects, including building new or the renovation of all types of commercial, industrial, or institutional structures. Must be an effective leader who empowers others while focusing on client needs and team goals.
DANIEL ORTIZ
THE JOB:
AGE: 31 | YEARS AT COMPANY: 2
REQUIREMENTS » Apprenticeship or five years of commercial carpentry experience » High School diploma or equivalent » Valid drivers license » Must be willing to travel
COMMERCIAL CARPENTER
WHAT ARE YOUR JOB DUTIES? » Follow blueprints » Use power tools » Layout, create and erect walls, floors, ceilings » Continually learn new skills WHAT DOES THIS JOB AND WORKING FOR THIS COMPANY MEAN TO YOU? Working at CCI has inspired me in what I do and how I learn. Carpentry is an amazing trade. I love waking up and getting ready for another new challenge each day. I feel welcome at CCI. It’s like working with family and you don’t usually get that feeling at different companies. I feel like they care and look after every employee and our well being. I plan on staying with the team for a while and can truly say that I love what I do.
SKILLS Carpenters are responsible for performing all carpentry related skills and duties from start to finish in building new or the renovation of commercial, industrial, or institutional construction projects. Must have a strong work ethic and work well in a goal-oriented team setting.
$60-$80K experienced
$80-$100K expert
Career Ladder 5 EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP
4 PROJECT MANAGER
3 ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER
2 FOREMAN OR SUPERINTENDENT
1 SKILLED TRADESMAN
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Health Insurance (on day 1) Dental Insurance (on day 1) Vision Insurance Life Insurance Disability Insurance 401(k) Quarterly Bonuses Profit Sharing Vacation (paid time off) Tuition Assistance Gym Reimbursement Safety Bonus Program
WHO WE ARE
FUN STUFF
Charter NEX Films is a leading North American producer of high-performance specialty films used in flexible packaging and other end-use applications such as food, medical, protective, and automotive.
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Beginning in 2019, we are a 0% landfill company. Everything in our plants are recycled, reused, or burned for fuel. The average household creates more waste and landfill than our company.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES/ BENEFITS
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INFO 1264 East High Street Milton, WI 53563 (608) 868-5757 charternex.com
Our plastic film can be found used in things like food packaging for beef jerky, inside of amazon packaging, Chobani yogurt lids, bubble wrap, medical packaging and hundreds of other products.
COOL CUSTOMERS » » » »
Kellogg 3M Kraft Cargill
Lots of free meals, treats, & celebrations (big and small) Holiday Party with big raffle prizes Safety Program to win money each quarter Anniversary celebrations and recognition program
» Extrusion Technician: Operation of our equipment. Prior warehouse or manufacturing preferred but not necessary. » Production Team Member: Assisting the Extrusion department, Warehouse department, and Material Handling. Can be promoted to Extrusion or Material Handling. No experience needed » Seasonal Production: Assist Operations department. Recommended for college students looking for part time » Youth Apprentice in Operations: recommended for high school students. Can be hired full time after high school. » Material Handling: Package & move rolls: No experience needed
facebook.com/CharterNEXFilmsMilton Employees: 700 Year founded: President: Kathy Bolhous
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BETH MILLER PACKAGING SUPERVISOR
YEARS AT COMPANY: 4 WHAT ARE YOUR JOB DUTIES? I oversee the Packaging Department and complete quality checks on the finished product to ensure packaging meets customer needs and requirements. A bulk of my time is leading and managing the material handlers on all shifts and implementing new procedures to optimize our packaging structure and warehouse abilities.
THE JOB: REQUIREMENTS » Degree in logistics, management, or equivalent experience » Previous experience in Material Handling, Packaging, or Warehouse preferred SKILLS » Analytical and Problem-solving skills » Leadership and Interpersonal skills » Strong continuous improvement mindsetalways look for a “better way”
WHAT DOES THIS JOB AND WORKING FOR THIS COMPANY MEAN TO YOU? I have the opportunity to use my strengths to develop and improve the company and myself. I love this company – Charter NEX has an amazing culture and we don’t settle for just “good enough”. I have also been given the opportunity to work at two of our facilities- both great experiences and each plant is unique in their own way.
TIM LESTIKOW
THE JOB:
YEARS AT COMPANY: 12
REQUIREMENTS » Minimum of 1- 2 years of direct Extrusion Experience » Previous Leadership roles
SHIFT LEADER
WHAT ARE YOUR JOB DUTIES? I oversee the Extrusion Department on one of the shifts. I manage my team on the production floor while helping them make our processes more efficient. Most of my time is spent coaching and helping my team be successful.
Career Ladder 4 PRODUCTION MANAGER $
SKILLS » Critical thinking and excellent time management » Ability to lead and manager others
WHAT DOES THIS JOB AND WORKING FOR THIS COMPANY MEAN TO YOU? I love my job, because it provides me with the opportunity to be a part of an ever changing and growing environment. In this field, the opportunities for growth and advancement are endless. When I first started here in 2008, this company had a very small, hometown feel to it. Over the last 12 years, the company has grown immensely, and it has still maintained that hometown feel. Our company really takes pride in the manufacturing aspect and is so people oriented that we all get to feel like we belong to the company on a much bigger scale.
65,000-$90,000
3 $
SHIFT LEADER
48,000-$56,000
2 LEAD EXTRUSION TECHNICIAN $
46,000-$50,000
1 EXTRUSION TECHNICIAN $
34,000-$42,500
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Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account Life Insurance Disability Insurance 401(k) Competitive Wages & Benefits Paid Vacation & Holidays Product Discounts Uniform Program & Safety Shoe Reimbursement Scholarships for Dependents Training & Leadership Development Employee Assistance Program
INFO 205 North Street Marathon, WI 54448
1-800-242-7733
countymaterials.com
facebook.com/CountyMaterials
linkedin.com/company/ county-materials-corp
@countymaterials
youtube.com/user/countymaterials
Employees: 1,500
Year founded: 1946
President: Tim Sonnentag
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WHO WE ARE
FUN STUFF & BENEFITS
County Materials Corporation is a third generation familyowned manufacturer and trusted industry resource for concrete construction and landscaping products. Since 1946 our products have been helping to build the communities where Americans live, work and play. Our company vision is Success, Stability and Support, which defines our culture and inspires our team. We are committed to supporting our team members with training and development opportunities. County Materials is known and respected for employing a team of dedicated exceptional people who produce high quality products in more than 40 locations across six states.
We value our team members, safety, quality and customer service. We are committed to offering great benefits and opportunities including:
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Concrete Pipe & Precast products Prestress Bridge Girders Hollowcore Roof & Floor Systems Insulated Sandwich Walls Ready-mix Concrete and Aggregates Masonry and Landscape products
COOL CUSTOMERS Our products are utilized in infrastructure, transportation construction, commercial, agricultural, municipal, and residential building and landscaping projects of all sizes.
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Team appreciation events & cookouts Anniversary Service Awards Vacation and Paid Time Off Leadership Development & Award Programs Company Branded Apparel & Uniforms Wellness Program & fitness challenges Driver Appreciation Week Community outreach and run/walk events Sport event experiences Plant tours and seminars Safety, First aid and CPR training Employee Assistance Program Referral Program and incentives
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES As a County Materials team member, you’ll work in a challenging, rewarding company with a strong sense of community. We are looking for motivated, talented individuals for a variety of opportunities throughout our organization. To view a complete list of career openings, visit our Careers page at workatcounty.com.
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DRAFTER WHAT ARE YOUR JOB DUTIES? Drafters are responsible for design and production drawings for concrete construction products like pipe and manholes, or special structures. This includes details, sketches and routine layouts to ensure adherence to established project specifications and industry standards. In this role, you will use computer-aided estimation programs to assist in preparing quotations and finalizing all drawing. Drafters also coordinate, review and approve shop drawings with customers and distribute final plans to our production teams. WHAT DOES THIS JOB AND WORKING FOR THIS COMPANY MEAN TO YOU? County Materials is the best place to work because people care about each other and take time to answer questions, plus I receive on the job training. Being part of the County Materials team means helping to build American communities; this makes work fulfilling. County Materials is proud to be an American-based and family-owned business that supports and gives back to local communities where it has locations.
PRODUCTION TEAM MEMBER WHAT ARE YOUR JOB DUTIES? Production Team Members are responsible for performing a variety of activities related to the production of concrete construction products in a manufacturing facility, including concrete pipe and prestress products and more. WHAT DOES THIS JOB AND WORKING FOR THIS COMPANY MEAN TO YOU? Being a Production Team Member means I have stable employment and opportunities to learn and move up in the company! County Materials has grown to be a leader in the concrete manufacturing industry with more than 70 years of experience. I feel confident the company will continue to grow in the future. I began working here right after high school and make a good living with my wages and benefits package. I know with hard work, County Materials gives opportunities for additional training and advancement within the company and values my years of service. County Materials shows they appreciate me and my fellow team members.
THE JOB: REQUIREMENTS A qualified candidate for this position will have a minimum of an Associate Degree in Architectural Technology and 0-3 years of experience with proficiency in AutoCAD and knowledge of developing and preparing design documentation in written and computer-aided design formats. Ideal candidates must be able to multi-task, demonstrate self-motivation and have a positive attitude. Physical requirements include frequent sitting, carrying 10-40 pounds on rare occasions, and some standing, walking, and climbing. SKILLS Drafters must demonstrate self-motivation and be able to work independently in a professional and timely manner, while still being able to perform as part of a team. Drafters have face-to-face interactions with our customers and other ream members, so exemplary interpersonal skills are important.
THE JOB: REQUIREMENTS Being 18 or older and having a High School education or equivalent is required for employment at County Materials. Many of our key hiring positions are attainable with little to no education or experience, just a willingness to work hard and learn! SKILLS All Team Members should be self-motivators and have the ability to perform well in a team environment. Being safety minded is a must, as well as a value in the quality of our product and the drive to provide superior customer service to our customers.
Career Ladder 5 OPERATIONS MANAGER
4 PLANT SUPERVISOR
3 PLANT FOREMAN
2 MACHINE OPERATOR
1 PRODUCTION TEAM MEMBER
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Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account Life Insurance
FUN STUFF
Disability Insurance 401(k) Vacation (paid time off) Wellness Program Apprenticeships/Internships Employee Assistance Program
INFO 300 South Bedford Street Madison, WI 53703
WHO WE ARE Findorff is one of the Midwest’s leading builders, with offices in Madison, Milwaukee, and Wausau. Findorff currently employs an average of 900 construction professionals and tradespeople, and completes over $750 million in construction annually.
STUFF WE MAKE For 130 years, Findorff’s been dedicated to building environments that make differences in people’s lives. Projects are only as good as the reasons for them and the people behind them. Findorff works hard to build highquality, finished products that keeps our teams safe, clients happy, and communities better.
(608) 257-5321
findorff.com
COOL CUSTOMERS
facebook.com/JHFindorff
linkedin.com/company/ j-h--findorff-&-son-inc-/
@findorff
Our experience ranges from minor renovations to new construction for developers, financial institutions, educational facilities, healthcare environments, and science/technology spaces.
» 130 years in business » 111 Apprentices currently work for Findorff » Findorff’s Apprentices work side-by-side Journeymen to gain real-world and hands-on experiences in their chosen trades » Since 2015, Findorff has employed 12 High School Juniors/Seniors through the State of Wisconsin’s Youth Apprenticeship Program » 3 Core Values: Character, Community & Craftsmanship » Findorff employs field personnel in the following six trades: Carpentry, Concrete, Demolition, Drywall, Masonry & Structural Steel » Average project size is $3.4 million » Voted Best Commercial Builder 19 Times by InBusiness magazine
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES/ BENEFITS A variety of professions are vital to a project and Findorff’s success. They include project managers, safety and field leaders, engineers, accountants, marketing, virtual construction specialists, and many more! By joining the construction industry, you will help shape communities across the region, and have a rewarding career that offers variety and growth opportunities.
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Employees: Office: 240; Field: 750
Year founded: 1890
President & CEO: Jim Yehle
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$30-$40K starter
ALTON SLANE
YOUTH APPRENTICE AGE: 17 | YEARS AT COMPANY: 1.25 WHAT ARE YOUR JOB DUTIES? As a youth apprentice, I’ve been able to see what every trade is really about. After trying drywall and steel stud carpentry, I loved it! Since then, Findorff has given me the opportunity to excel at different aspects of the trade. I can be creative on the job and learn a different trick of the trade every day. WHAT DOES THIS JOB AND WORKING FOR THIS COMPANY MEAN TO YOU? I’m thankful that I have been fortunate enough to work at Findorff at such a young age and while at the beginning of my career. This opportunity has given me the skills I need to be successful with my trade while still being a high school student. I’m very excited to see where this job takes me after high school.
REQUIREMENTS Any junior or senior with a genuine interest in construction can apply to be a Youth Apprentice. To qualify, you must be on track for graduation, maintain acceptable grades, and have secure transportation to and from the job. Youth Apprentices are paid for their work and typically spend half of their day in school and the other half at a construction jobsite. On average, Youth Apprentices work about 15 hours a week (more in the summer) while they get a jump start on their training for a career in the trades. SKILLS » Strong work ethic » Positive attitude » Good communication » Problem solving » Team player » Dependable
CAMERON EVANS
THE JOB:
AGE: 25 | YEARS AT COMPANY: 3
REQUIREMENTS » A degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related discipline » A passion for construction
PROJECT ENGINEER
WHAT ARE YOUR JOB DUTIES? My job makes each day new and different because there are always new obstacles to conquer. I get to look at building plans and drawings, find solutions to challenges, order material, write contracts, and talk to a lot of different people to make sure everyone has what they need to do their jobs.
$60-$80K
THE JOB:
SKILLS » Excellent communication skills » Knack for relationship building » Proficient with math and critical thinking » Analytical aptitude » Attention to detail
WHAT DOES THIS JOB AND WORKING FOR THIS COMPANY MEAN TO YOU? Working at Findorff as a Project Engineer means that I am making an impact on the landscape of Wisconsin, and beyond. I get to work with a lot of great people who help me learn every day and see some incredible buildings go up while helping communities continue to grow. It means that I get the opportunity to be a life-long learner.
experienced
$80-$100K expert
Career Ladder *APPRENTICE
5 $
SUPERINTENDENT
85,000-$100,000
4 CARPENTER FOREMAN $
80,000
3 JOURNEYMAN CARPENTER $
72,000
2 CARPENTER APPRENTICE $
45,000
1 CARPENTER PRE-APPRENTICE $
36,000
CONTACT Renee Boyce | Director of Human Resources (608) 257-5321 | hr@findorff.com biztimes.com/stuffsc | STUFF SC
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Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account Life Insurance
FUN STUFF
Disability Insurance 401(k) Bonuses Vacation (paid time off) Wellness Program Tuition Reimbursement Apprenticeships/Internship
INFO 300 North Vine Street Horicon, WI 53032
WHO WE ARE John Deere Horicon Works is a premier manufacturer of Premium Lawn Tractors and Utility Vehicles known as the Gator. Horicon Works is the Ag & Turf Division of John Deere. We employee just over 1300 employees, and have been committed to our customers, employees, and our community for over 108 years. Our Core values include Quality, Commitment, Integrity, and Innovation. Our core competencies are in Welding, Press Operation and Assembly.
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Gator Military Gator Riding Lawn Equipment Snow Blowers and Attachments
(920) 485-4411
deere.com
COOL CUSTOMERS
facebook.com/JohnDeere
linkedin.com/company/john-deere
@JohnDeereJobs
youtube.com/JohnDeere
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Employees: 1,300
Year founded: 1911
CEO: Sam Allen
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Habitat for Humanity Horicon Marsh Clean Up Company Christmas Party John Deere Family Days Reality Check at High Schools United Way Fundraisers Food Truck Days World Hunger Day
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Assembly Welding Press Operations Pipefitter Tool & Die Maker Machine Maintenance Mechanic Electrical Machine Maintenance Apprenticeships Internships
Farmers Military Golf Courses Hunters Recreational and Events
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$55,000 starter
CORRINE MARSH WAGE WORKFORCE COORDINATOR
WHAT ARE YOUR JOB DUTIES? I recruit new employees to come work at our facility. I conduct job fairs, visit high schools, travel and speak with our military and veterans. I hire Assemblers, Welders, Press Operators and Skilled Trades. I conduct new employee orientation and explain the rules of conduct in the work place and also explain some of the benefits of working here. I supervise the training department as well to follow new employees along their journey, offering help along the way. WHAT DOES THIS JOB AND WORKING FOR THIS COMPANY MEAN TO YOU? I started my career at John Deere Horicon Works 10 years ago. Working here has allowed me to advance my skills and my career while aligning with our company goals. I held multiple different job titles and am always encouraged to keep learning, developing and growing. Communication and being a people person allowed me to build strong relationships across the facility. I get to work with a variety of employees, and every day there is something different to look forward to. People come to work for a brand like John Deere because of the longevity of the company and for the great benefits. I truly enjoy the variety that comes along with my job and look forward to working here for years to come.
LAWRENCE LANGKAU
WELD FACILITATOR WHAT ARE YOUR JOB DUTIES? I teach new employees the fundamentals of welding like blueprint reading, weld processes/symbols, how to MIG weld and operate robot cells to produce a quality product in a safe environment. WHAT DOES THIS JOB AND WORKING FOR THIS COMPANY MEAN TO YOU? I celebrated my 25th year of working at John Deere Horicon Works this year. It means a lot to me to work for a company like this that allows you to start entry level like I did, and helps you progress. I have welded in every department here over the years. I worked on a big project setting up the 703 line which lead to more opportunities. I have always stayed true to myself and my values which has helped me succeed. I am now a teacher and trainer for the facility.
$75,000
THE JOB: REQUIREMENTS Competencies, technical skills, high school diploma, a formal education or relevant work experience 1- 3 years SKILLS Communication, Attention to detail, Planning, Organizational skills, Human Resource knowledge of Recruiting principals and Staffing needs and methodology. Strong computer skills and accurate data entry WHAT YOU’LL DO Work to recruit, sources, screens, interviews and hires employees for assigned functions/ units. Builds partnerships with unit HR in support of talent management initiatives. Administers the internal sourcing process, and external recruiting of candidates for entry-level and skilled positions.
experienced
$100,000 expert
Career Ladder
THE JOB: REQUIREMENTS » Welding/Shop Classes in High School » High School Diploma SKILLS » GMAW hard wire welding » Fanuc Robotics Operator » Certifying Welders » Community outreach WHAT YOU’LL DO In a day I will train new employees how to manual weld, and operate weld power supplies. Teach employees how to operate and troubleshoot robotic weld cells. I also perform weld technician duties such as robotic programming and troubleshooting robotic issues.
3 SUPERVISOR $
80,000
2 WELD FACILITATOR $
65,000
1 ENTRY LEVEL WELDER $
50,000
CONTACT Corrine Marsh | HR Director (920) 485-5627 | JDHoriconHiringGroup@johndeere.com | linkedin.com/company/john-deere biztimes.com/stuffsc | STUFF SC
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C AREER FAIR
Job Fairs, Career Fairs & Hiring Events The best way to present yourself as a job candidate is to meet hiring managers in person! Career fairs and hiring events let you go face-to-face with many employers who are actively
FEBRUARY
LATINO YOUTH CAREER AND COLLEGE FAIR 2020
JOB FAIR OF MADISON
March 19, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Feb. 5, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Madison Area Technical College 1701 Wright St., Madison
Sheraton Madison Hotel 706 John Nolen Drive, Madison
MILWAUKEE CAREER FAIR
HIRING EVENT
March 18 & 23, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
recruiting workers.
Feb. 12, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
If you are actively looking for a
Community Action Pathways Center 27 Eclipse Center, Beloit
Doubletree by Hilton - Brookfield 18155 West Bluemound Road, Brookfield
job, you can attend an event on this list and potentially walk out with a new position. You could also attend these events just to learn about the different kinds
AFRICAN AMERICAN YOUTH CAREER & COLLEGE FAIR 2020 Feb. 13, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Madison Area Technical College 1701 Wright St., Madison
DANE COUNTY REGIONAL JOB FAIR March 25, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Alliant Energy Center 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison
JOB FAIR
WORKFORCE FAIR
March 31, 8 a.m. to 12 noon
of available jobs with companies
Feb. 18, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
in your community.
Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center 8200 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis
Parker High School 3125 Mineral Point Ave., Janesville
Career fairs are also great
APRIL
MARCH
YOUNG ADULT JOB FAIR
could help you with a job later
2020 INTERPROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT FAIR
Tremper High School 8560 26th Ave., Kenosha
or learn something new about a
March 3, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
company you are interested in.
Health Sciences Learning Center 750 Highland Ave., Madison
practice for interview situations. You might meet someone who
Add these area events to your calendar today.
JOB FAIR FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS
April 6, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
JOB FAIR April 14, 8 a.m. to 12 noon Milton High School 114 W. High St., Milton
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MAY
NOVEMBER
MILWAUKEE CAREER FAIR
MILWAUKEE CAREER FAIR
May 28, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Nov. 5, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Doubletree by Hilton - Brookfield 18155 West Bluemound Road, Brookfield
Doubletree by Hilton - Brookfield 18155 West Bluemound Road, Brookfield
HIRING EVENT
HIRING EVENT
May 13, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Nov. 11, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Community Action Pathways Center 27 Eclipse Center, Beloit
Rock County Job Center 1900 Center Ave., Janesville
JUNE
DECEMBER
HIRING EVENT
JANESVILLE CHARTER SCHOOLS CAREER FAIR
June 9, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Rock County Job Center 1900 Center Ave., Janesville
JULY HIRING EVENT July 8, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Community Action Pathways Center 27 Eclipse Center, Beloit
MILWAUKEE CAREER FAIR July 14 & 29, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Doubletree by Hilton - Brookfield 18155 West Bluemound Road, Brookfield
AUGUST HIRING EVENT Aug. 12, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rock County Job Center 1900 Center Ave., Janesville
SEPTEMBER MILWAUKEE’S 20TH ANNUAL DIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT DAY CAREER FAIR Sept. 16, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Milwaukee County War Memorial Center 750 Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee
OCTOBER COMMUNITY ACTION PATHWAYS CENTER Oct. 14, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. 27 Eclipse Center, Beloit
Dec. 4, 9 a.m. to 12 noon Rock County Job Center 1900 Center Ave., Janesville
VIRTUAL OPPORTUNITIES ONLINE WORKSHOPS The Job Center of Wisconsin offers workshops on resume writing, interviewing, networking, workplace skills and job searching through technology. jobcenterofwisconsin.com
MONTHLY #FIRSTFRIDAYFAIR IN BUSINESS, DATA & TECH 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on first Friday of each month FirstFridayFair (#FFF) is a career fair with around 8,000 professionals and 500 recruiting companies. This data science and software development-focused career fair is delivered right to your desktop. No need to travel anywhere, just sign up. Each event occurs on the first Friday of the month (resume collection stops the fourth Friday of previous month). You will be informed if a match is found, and you will meet with a recruiter over Skype or Google Hangout. You can register for the Madison-area event at EventBrite.com.
Suggestions for Success « Pre-register, if possible, to receive updates about the event. « Bring several copies of your resume and prepare a personal pitch to help employers get to know you. « Dress professionally for good first impressions. « Go in with an open mind and meet as many companies as you can. « Keep track of who you talk to and send follow-up emails.
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RESOURCES
Resources for Students, Schools & Employers Your one-stop listing of useful programs for students, educators and employers of tomorrow’s workforce in south central Wisconsin.
S T U FF FO R S T U D E N T S CAREER CRUISING
careercruising.com All Wisconsin students can access career-related assessments, career and college profiles, and information about financial aid and employment.
WISCONSIN DUAL ENROLLMENT
O*NET ONLINE
dpi.wi.gov/dual-enrollment High school students can attend a Wisconsin postsecondary institution for high school and college credit at no cost while earning college and high school credits.
onetonline.org Job and skills search tools.
WISCONSIN EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNIT Y PROGRAMS
dpi.wi.gov/weop Provides college and career readiness programs, resources and support for young adults.
DREAM IT. DO IT. – WISCONSIN
dreamitdoitwi.com Dream it. Do It. Focuses on increasing awareness of the career opportunities available in manufacturing. GIRL DEVELOP IT
wisconsintechconnect.com Statewide online employment system for Wisconsin Technical College students and graduates.
S T U FF FO R C A R E E R PL A N N I N G
WISCONOMY
CAREER INFONET
wisconomy.com Job search and employment information from the State of Wisconsin.
careeronestop.org Information for career exploration, training and jobs. CAREER OUTLOOK
bls.gov/careeroutlook Government-provided data and information on occupations and industries, pay and benefits. HENDRICKS CAREERTEK
hendrickscareertek.org Provides career education and opportunities to youth in the greater Beloit area.
girldevelopit.com Organization devoted to getting women the materials needed to pursue careers in software development.
JOB CENTER OF WISCONSIN
I.C. STARS
JOB UP WISCONSIN
icstars.org Technology-based workforce development, leadership training program and social enterprise.
jobupwisconsin.com Answers to questions on career planning, marketing yourself, job search and emotional support.
SKILLSUSA
skillsusa.org A partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce.
jobcenterofwisconsin.com Current job openings as reported by employers throughout Wisconsin.
LIVECAREER
livecareer.com Articles on job search, salary negotiation and career advice. MY SKILLS MY FUTURE
myskillsmyfuture.org Compare careers, find training and search for jobs.
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internshipwisconsin.com Connects employers and students interested in internships.
WISCONSIN TECHCONNECT
CYBER EDUCATION WISCONSIN
dpi.wi.gov/acp Equips students with tools to make informed choices about postsecondary education and training.
WISCONNECT INTERNSHIP COORDINATION
wihealthcareers.org Information on health careers in Wisconsin.
code.org Free computer science courses.
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION – ACADEMIC & CAREER PLANNING
wayup.com Advice, tips and articles for students to assist them in getting hired.
WISCONSIN AHEC HEALTH CAREERS
CODE.ORG
cyberedu.wi.gov Info on cybersecurity degrees, career paths, certifications and courses.
WAYUP
S T U FF FO R E M PLOY E R S ABC OF WISCONSIN
abcwi.org Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) is a membership organization that actively promotes performance-based construction. ADVANCING AI WISCONSIN
advancingaiwisconsin.com Initiative to increase awareness of digital disruption technologies and their impact on Wisconsin businesses. GOVERNOR’S COUNCIL ON WORKFORCE INVESTMENT
wi-cwi.org Aiding Wisconsin employers in finding the workers they need and providing training resources.
A PRODUCT OF BIZTIMES MILWAUKEE
MADISON REGION ECONOMIC PARTNERSHIP
STEM FORWARD
stemforward.org Programs to inspire youth to pursue STEM careers and provide a pipeline of talent to businesses.
madisonregion.org Collaborates with state agencies on economic development initiatives within counties, municipalities, chambers of commerce and the private sector.
TEALS
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HOME BUILDERS
S T U FF FO R E D U C ATO R S
nahb.org Member organization serving America’s housing industry since the early 1940s.
CYBERPATRIOT
REGISTERED APPRENTICESHIP
wisconsinapprenticeship.org Helps employers address the ongoing need for a highly skilled workforce. SOCIET Y FOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
shrm.org Promotes HR as a profession and provides education, certification and networking to members. WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
dwd.wisconsin.gov Building and strengthening Wisconsin’s workforce through job training and employment assistance. WISCONSIN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP.
inwisconsin.com Leading economic development efforts for the state by providing resources to companies and communities. WISCONSIN FAST FORWARD GRANTS
wisconsinfastforward.com Grants to support employer-led worker training projects. WISCONSIN MANUFACTURERS & COMMERCE
wmc.org Wisconsin’s business voice since 1911, representing more than 3,800 member companies. WISCONSIN MANUFACTURING EXTENSION PARTNERSHIP
wmep.org Specialized nonprofit organization providing targeted consulting services to small and medium manufacturers within its service territory in Wisconsin.
uscyberpatriot.org National Youth Cyber Education Program created by the Air Force Association to inspire K-12 students toward careers in cybersecurity or other STEM disciplines.
tealsk12.org Microsoft Philanthropies’ Technology Education and Literacy in Schools (TEALS) helps high schools build computer science programs.
DANE COUNT Y SCHOOL CONSORTIUM
dcsc.org The DCSC works with Dane County school districts and statewide programs to offer educational opportunities related to career exploration. FUTURE READY SCHOOLS
H I G H E R E D S T U FF BLACKHAWK TECHNICAL COLLEGE
futureready.org Helps K-12 school leaders plan and implement personalized, research-based digital learning strategies.
blackhawk.edu
GPS EDUCATION PARTNERS
herzing.edu
gpsed.org Manufacturing-specific, statewide Department of Workforce Development Youth Apprenticeship program.
MADISON AREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF WISCONSIN
juniorachievement.org Preparing students in the areas of work readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy. PATHWAYS WISCONSIN
dpi.wi.gov/pathways-wisconsin A regional approach to deliver high-quality state-endorsed regional career pathways in the state. PROJECT LEAD THE WAY
GATEWAY TECHNICAL COLLEGE
gtc.edu HERZING UNIVERSIT Y – MADISON
madisoncollege.edu MORAINE PARK TECHNICAL COLLEGE
morainepark.edu UNIVERSIT Y OF WISCONSIN-MADISON
wisc.edu UNIVERSIT Y OF WISCONSIN-WHITEWATER
uww.edu UW-WHITEWATER AT ROCK COUNT Y
uww.edu/rock
pltw.org Offers transformative learning experiences for K-12 students and teachers across the U.S. STEM 101
stem101.org Provides 21st-century, career-minded curriculum.
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Building your “
future
I’ve been in love with Hendricks CareerTek since day one. It has changed my way of learning by using the opportunities they offer to me with job shadows, exploring careers of all type, such as; construction, law enforcement, nursing and much more! I highly recommend it to all students to check it out!”
— Manuel (Manny) Jurado
Student Options
• Job shadows • Field trips • Summer programs • Career Planning and Placement • A place to study
625 3rd Street, Suite 200 • Beloit, WI 53511 608-312-4770 • hendrickscareertek.org
Dear Parents, Students and Educators, Hendricks CareerTek (HCT), located in the Ironworks Complex, is funded by a generous grant from the Hendricks Family Foundation. It offers ALL students in grades 6th to 12th a stateof-the-art facility to study or work on group projects. HCT also offers: • FREE access to PC and Apple technology • FREE Wi-Fi • FREE workshops and educational seminars • FREE snacks Our staff is available to provide students with the SUPPORT they need for career development by using the 3Ps – PICK, PREPARE & PLACEMENT. • PICK as many areas that may be of interest to you from high-demand career fields such as: trades, construction, healthcare, manufacturing and entrepreneurship. We will coordinate job shadow opportunities for you to explore, which will help you decide if you’re on the right career path. We will also help with essays, college applications, FAFSA and scholarships. • PREPARE you with the power skills that
employers are seeking from top talented employees. • PLACEMENT in opportunities such as volunteering, summer jobs, internships, apprenticeships, part or full time employment, military or college pathway. We want students to know that it is okay if you are unsure of exactly what you want to do beyond high school, HCT is here to help you navigate the process. We want to encourage parents to get their children involved with HCT as soon as possible so they can take advantage of this FREE resource. Educators and Counselors, HCT is also here to support you by providing your students with extracurricular activities to help them become career ready. And to the business community, please partner with HCT to provide opportunities for these students, which will help meet the challenges and high demand of obtaining quality employees for your current and future workforce needs. With each student providing individual effort, we can provide the support they need to achieve their career aspirations!