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.

You won't be stuck doing the same thing every day. You'll work on a wide variety of equipment:

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

• $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

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

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

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

• 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

We invest in our employees.

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

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

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.

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS:
The City of Wausau will make arrangements to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary and reasonable to afford an individual with a disability the opportunity to participate in the recruitment process. Please notify the Human Resources Department or phone  to request special accommodations prior to the Final date to receive applications.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS:
Wisconsin Statutes, Sections 19.36 (7), 64.09 (5), and 64.11 (7) require public employers to treat the following items as a public record:
Each applicant's application, records, recommendations and qualifications except as provided in Section 19.36 (7), Wis. Stats. that allows the identity of an applicant to remain confidential if the applicant requests in writing that the City not provide access to this information.

If you choose not to have this information become a public record, you must make such a request in writing to the Human Resources Department. If you become a finalist for the position, your identity may be disclosed as required by law.

ADDITIONAL NOTICES:

The City of Wausau is an Equal Opportunity Employer.