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Welding Youth Apprentice
Youth Welding Apprentice
Company: Van Hise Companies – Prairie Rivet & Akey Manufacturing
Location: Markesan & Footville, WI
Pay: $12–$15/hour | Flexible hours around your school schedule
About Us:
Van Hise Companies is a growing, locally owned Wisconsin-based manufacturing group. Our businesses produce steel fasteners, welded assemblies, and custom components for industrial equipment nationwide. We are committed to developing skilled trades professionals and creating long-term career opportunities in our communities.
About Prairie Rivet & Akey Manufacturing:
Prairie Rivet: Over 60 years of producing high-quality steel rivets and fastening components.
Akey Manufacturing: Specializes in steel fabrication, welded assemblies, and formed parts shipped nationwide.
What You’ll Do:
Learn MIG welding and fabrication hands-on.
Read prints and build real production parts.
Work safely under professional shop standards.
Gain paid experience contributing to actual customer orders.s
Schedule:
Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM (flexible to fit school)
What You’ll Gain:
Paid, real-world welding experience
Mentorship from skilled fabricators
Workplace safety and industry training
Pathway to full-time employment and career growth after graduation
Ideal Candidates:
Enjoy hands-on work and building things.
Take pride in craftsmanship.p
Dependable, hardworking, and eager to learn
Want to earn while gaining skills.
Apply through: Markesan High School Youth Apprenticeship Program, email the contacts below.
Brian Cahoon, Markesan High School (if a Markesan student) cahoobri@markesan.k12.wi.us
Coye Harrett, President, Van Hise Companies (all applicants) coye@vanhisecompanies.com