Equipment Mechanic - Paid Training

Milwaukee County is searching for authentic people who are out to change the game and bring their whole selves to work every day. Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support, Combined Court Operations, Sheriff's Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors and those with Disabilities in Aging and Disability Services, and Veterans in Veterans Services.

Our employees also remain committed to serving the cultural, human, recreational, and social needs of the entire community.

Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community.

Closing Date:
October 14th, 2026, or upon receipt of the first 50 application submissions.

Hourly Range: $28.50 – $42.73

Must be available for first, second, and third shift.

Job Summary:

The principal function of this position is to repair, set up, dismantle and maintain all county owned vehicles and equipment.

• Fleet repairs:
  Diagnose and repair county owned fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Use various shop equipment for Fleet repairs: use floor hoists, diagnostic equipment and other shop equipment as needed.
• Repair parts ordering: order repair parts as needed to fix vehicles and equipment.
• Documentation Management: complete and file paperwork related to repairs and maintenance per Fleet policy.
• Dismantle and prepare heavy duty vehicles and equipment for auction.
• Review and interpret service repair manuals, electrical, and hydraulic schematics.
• Winter operations:
  Current Wisconsin Resident.

• High school Diploma or G. At least three (3) years of formal experience in heavy-duty mechanic within the last 5 years. Able to troubleshoot and repair problems with little to no supervision.
• Candidates with at least two (2) years of experience as a Milwaukee County Light Duty or Mower Shop mechanic AND successful completion of a 6-month Milwaukee County Heavy Duty Mechanic training program will also be considered.
• State of Wisconsin Class B (CDL) is required within 6 months of passing probationary period and must be maintained throughout incumbency.
• The original examination is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin. Applicants must possess minimum qualifications at time of filing application.

We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements.

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