Mechanic/Maintenance Technician - Full-Time

  • Outagamie County
  • Appleton, Wisconsin
  • Full Time
Mechanic/Maintenance Technician - Full-Time

Job Details

This listing closes on 7/8/2025 at 4:00 PM Central Time (US & Canada).

Employer

Outagamie County

Salary

$25.65 - $28.87 Hourly

Location

Appleton, WI

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2503306

Department

Highway Shop

Opening Date

07/02/2025

Closing Date

7/8/2025 at 4:00 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Typical Work Hours/Shift:

Mon-Fri 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Work schedule fluctuates with the change of seasons and workloads. Flexibility is required based on workloads. Must be available to report to work after hours to respond to emergencies and/or highway conditions. Availability is the ability to respond to a phone call within 15 minutes and report to duty within 45 minutes.

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Outagamie County Core Values

Invested in Serving

Better Together

Create Progress

Support Through Compassion

Position Purpose

The Mechanic/Maintenance Technician is a safety-sensitive position subject to DOT drug & alcohol procedures, must be available to report to work during regular business hours and must be available after hours to respond to emergencies and/or highway conditions. Reporting to the Shop Foreman and/or Equipment/Facilities Superintendent, the Maintenance Worker performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance of buildings, equipment and grounds.

Hours: Mon-Fri 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Work schedule fluctuates with the change of seasons and workloads. Flexibility is required based on workloads. Must be available to report to work after hours to respond to emergencies and/or highway conditions. Availability is the ability to respond to a phone call within 15 minutes and report to duty within 45 minutes. There is possibilities of overtime with this position.

**Please read the Experience and education requirements for this role

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package including an on-site and near-site clinic and being a part of the Wisconsin Retirement System.

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Key Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Must be available to report to work after hours to respond to emergencies and/or highway conditions. Availability is the ability to respond to a phone call within 15 minutes and report to duty within 45 minutes.

Repairs tires and tire chains for highway vehicles, performing road service, replaces/repairs tires when needed.

Maintains appearance of buildings and grounds, sweeping, mopping, painting, and mowing grass, shoveling or blowing snow from sidewalks and other tasks as required.

Requisitions inventory for tires and tire chains as needed.

Operates and maintains tools such as hand, power, mechanics, carpentry and plumbing.

Troubleshoot and make minor adjustments to boilers, air conditioning, plumbing, electrical, and other building systems, keeping equipment clean and in good working condition.

Makes minor repairs to plumbing, repairing leaks, replacing piping, valves, soldering and assembling joints as needed.

Makes minor repairs to electrical equipment, wiring, switching devices, controls, outlets, fixtures, motors and other such equipment.

Provides on-call coverage as assigned.

Maintains regular and predictable attendance, works overtime/extra hours as required.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Certifications/Experience Requirements

High School graduate or G.E.D., with specialized classes in industrial arts or building trades; at least two years of experience in construction, remodeling or maintenance work, with particular experience in carpentry, plumbing, masonry and/or electrical work, and experience troubleshooting systems.

Valid Commercial Driver's License Class A, B, C, D with endorsement N (Tanker) is required. As well as the ability to legally operate CMV's with Air Brakes, Manual Transmissions, Tractor/Trailers and Tank Cargo (No restrictions such as L, Z, E, O or X).

Or, any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities

Required or Preferred Skills

Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to conform to goals, policies, and procedures of the Department as well as the Outagamie County Work Rules and Terms of Employment. Ability to perform basic troubleshooting of building systems and make repairs.

Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics and architectural drawings.

Knowledge of tools and equipment used in general maintenance and repair work.

Ability to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheets and follow standard safety procedures.

Knowledge of preventive maintenance and repairs.

Ability to operate a light truck or other vehicle and possession of a valid CDL driver's license.

Ability to safely operate small power equipment such as lawn mowers, riding mowers, edger, trimmers, etc.

Ability to use and understand mechanical gauges.

Ability to use computers for recordkeeping, time reporting, emails and operation of the building system.

Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions, and work semi independently.

Skill in the use of tools.

Ability to walk, stoop, climb, bend, stretch, push, pull and lift or otherwise move weights up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally understanding and utilizing proper body mechanics.

Essential Physical Demands

Stand/walk

Sitting to operate equipment

Lift/carry 50 lbs. from floor to waist level occasionally and 41.4 lbs. to head height

Push/pull 200 lbs. on a two-wheel cart

Climbing stairs

Climbing stepladders

Balancing

Stooping

Kneeling

Repeated bending

Crawling

Reaching: high/low level

Finger movement-repetitive

Repetitive twisting/pressure with wrist or hands

Both hands required

Both legs required

Ability for rapid mental/muscular coordination simultaneously

Ability to communicate verbally

Visual requirements to perform maintenance work

Ability to be disturbed or awakened for responding to emergencies and/or highway conditions

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.

Outagamie County offers Benefit options and paid time off for team members that work 20+ or more hours per week. Learn more today by visiting:

Outagamie County Diversity Statement:

Outagamie County is committed to developing, nurturing, and sustaining an equitable community and workforce where all individuals can thrive. We pledge to amplify the voices of under-represented communities or those who were historically excluded, by removing barriers that result from racial, social injustice and inequities. We strive to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion are embedded at all levels of Outagamie County programs and departments through acknowledging, analyzing, and addressing the root causes of inequities. We will create and advance equitable polices, practices and procedures, including, but not limited to County services, recruitment and retention, policies and practices, budgeting and procurement. We commit to being transparent and will continually evaluate and update our values when identified goals and objectives are not being achieved or sustained. Outagamie County will strive to create an inclusive environment where every community member feels like he/she/they belong.

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.

Employer

Outagamie County

Phone

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Address

320 S. Walnut Street

Appleton, Wisconsin, 54911
Job ID: 484056916
Originally Posted on: 7/4/2025

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