County Road Shop Foreman Mechanic Apprenticeship Option
Listed on 2026-07-18
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Location: Dayton
County Road Shop Foreman/Mechanic – Apprenticeship Option
Columbia County Public Works is hiring a Shop Foreman/Mechanic, entry‑level to advanced. The role involves planning, scheduling, directing, and evaluating the repair and servicing of county maintenance equipment and vehicles. Candidates should have a significant understanding of road maintenance equipment systems, electrical and mechanical testing equipment, diagnostic tools, computer applications, and a variety of hand, power, and shop tools.
Applicants are not required to hold a Washington Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A with endorsement N, but new hires must obtain a CDL through the County’s training program within their probationary period, which may last up to one year. Preference will be given to candidates with a Washington Class A CDL and an applicators license.
Columbia County welcomes applicants for an apprenticeship mechanic. The apprentice will work closely with a seasoned mechanic to learn fleet maintenance and repair. The position offers hands‑on experience and the opportunity to advance to a Shop Foreman/Mechanic role.
Responsibilities- Plan and schedule maintenance activities for county equipment and vehicles.
- Direct and evaluate repair and servicing tasks.
- Use diagnostic tools and testing equipment to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
- Maintain accurate records and computer documentation related to maintenance operations.
- Significant knowledge of road maintenance equipment systems.
- Proficiency with electrical and mechanical testing equipment and diagnostic tools.
- Experience with computer applications relevant to fleet maintenance.
- Ability to work hands‑on with hand, power, and shop tools.
- Willingness to obtain a Washington Class A CDL during the probationary period; preference for holders of an existing CDL and applicators license.
- Competitive wages ranging from $29.20 to $30.99, with potential higher pay for experience with other municipal entities.
- Competitive benefit package includes health, dental, and retirement options.
- Probationary period of six months to one year for new employees.
Application instructions and required documentation have been removed for brevity, but the position remains open until filled.
Columbia County is an equal opportunity employer.
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