Mechanic, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Salary Range

$28.87 - $40.11

Do you enjoy variety and the opportunity to work on something different every day? Waukesha County Central Fleet is hiring a Mechanic to repair and maintain the equipment that supports critical County operations, including the Public Works, Sheriff's, and Parks departments.

This is a first‑shift, Monday through Friday position, and Waukesha County provides all tools, uniforms, and reimbursements for items such as work boots and safety glasses.

If you have a great attitude and a desire to support essential public services, we would love to talk with you!

To view the full classification specification for Mechanic .

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three (3) years of experience in the major overhaul and repair of diesel and gasoline powered vehicles and equipment.
• Recognized post high school training directly in mechanical maintenance may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to one (1) year's work experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with airbrake endorsement within six (6) months of employment.

In addition to the above, candidates must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential job functions as listed in the Mechanic ADA Essential Functions Worksheet. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Waukesha County provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including excellent health/dental/vision, life insurance, generous paid time off (vacation, 10 holidays, 3 floating holidays, ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year), an exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment plus an optional tax‑advantaged 457 retirement savings plan. Amongst many other benefits, employees are recognized and valued through a pay‑for‑performance system.

Successful candidates will be eligible for performance-based merit increases and non‑base performance awards. Employee well‑being is promoted through a balanced work‑life culture and through an exceptional employee wellness program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote an employee's wellness and health, including an on‑site health & wellness clinic.

Waukesha County is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in employment and adheres to all Federal, State and County Equal Employment Opportunity laws, policies, plans, rules, regulations and ordinances. The County recognizes and accepts its important leadership role in providing for equal employment/service opportunities. It is the express policy of Waukesha County to promote equal employment opportunity among all who are employed by Waukesha County and who seek employment with Waukesha County.

The County does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.