Fleet Mechanic; Municipal Fleet Technician

Fleet Mechanic (Municipal Fleet Technician)

The City of Wausau is hiring a Fleet Mechanic (Municipal Fleet Technician) to maintain and repair the vehicles and equipment that keep our community moving. From dump trucks and plows to emergency vehicles and heavy equipment—your work keeps essential services operating every day.

If you're a mechanic who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and working on more than just the same vehicles over and over… this is the role for you.

What You'll Work On

• Medium & heavy-duty trucks
• Heavy equipment and attachments
• Emergency vehicles
• Small engines and specialty equipment

Quick Facts About This Position

• $26.12/hour or higher DOQ + $1.45/hour shift differential
• $2,000 Hiring Bonus (see Additional Information section for details)
• 2nd Shift: Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM – 10:30 PM
• Overtime paid after 8 hours/day
• Paid CDL Training (we cover it + pay you while you train - see Additional Information section for details)
• Excellent benefits + WRS pension

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform inspection, diagnosis, repair, and preventive maintenance
• Troubleshoot engines, hydraulics, electrical, and computerized systems
• Repair and replace components across a wide range of equipment
• Perform welding and fabrication as needed
• Upfit new equipment for City departments
• Complete work orders and maintain repair records
• Provide roadside service when needed
• Respond to emergency situations and on-call needs

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Formal training OR at least 1 year of experience in automotive, diesel, or heavy equipment repair
• Valid Driver's License

AND:

• Ability to pass CDL written exam within 30 days
• Ability to obtain Class A CDL (no air brake restrictions) within 9 months

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with diesel engines and heavy equipment
• CDL Class A with N endorsement
• Experience with hydraulics, electrical systems, or diagnostics
• Welding and fabrication experience

What It Takes to Succeed

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
• Willingness to learn and expand skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfort working in a shop environment with a variety of equipment

Dependability and commitment to safety

No CDL? We've Got You Covered

The City of Wausau will:

• Pay 100% of your CDL training (tuition, materials, and testing)
• Pay you your regular wages while attending training and testing
• Provide support to help you successfully obtain your CDL

Work Environment

This role includes physical work such as lifting, standing, bending, and working in shop and outdoor environments with exposure to weather, noise, and equipment hazards

Additional Information

IMPORTANT! All applications must completely filled out and have a Resume attached in the "Attachments" section of the application. Applications that are not complete and do not have the required attachment will not be considered.

When completing References section, include 3 professional references with current and valid email addresses. References will not be contacted unless a conditional offer of employment is extended and accepted.

HIRING BONUS INFORMATION:
The Wausau City Council approved a Hiring Bonus program that allows Human Resources to offer a hiring bonus of $2000 for this position if hired during this recruitment. This amount is subject to employment taxes, including FICA and Federal/State Income taxes. If the employee separates for any reason from service with the City of Wausau within 12 months of hire date, the bonus shall be repaid to the City at 100%.

If the employee separates from service between 13-24 months of hire, the bonus shall be repaid to the City at 75%. If the employee separates from service between 25-36 months of hire, the bonus shall be repaid to the City at 50%. No repayment shall be collected if the employee separates from service after 36 months of your hire date.

CDL TRAINING INFORMATION:
The City of Wausau will make arrangements for the Employee's enrollment in the CDL training program and ensure that all necessary payments are made directly to the training institution. The City of Wausau will directly cover the full cost of the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training program,…