Equipment Mechanic Salary
$28.55 - $33.97 Hourly
Location: West Allis, WI
Job Type: Permanent full time
Job Number: 2026-00391
Department: Public Works Department
Division: DPW
Fleet Opening Date: 02/27/2026
Description Join the City of West Allis Department of Public Works as an Equipment Mechanic and play a crucial role in keeping our community running. You'll maintain and repair a diverse fleet of vehicles and heavy equipment that support essential city services.
Why You'll Love This Role
You'll work with an impressive variety of equipment-from light-duty vehicles to heavy construction machinery. Every day is different, with opportunities to troubleshoot, repair, fabricate, and problem-solve. You'll be part of a supportive team that values professionalism, safety, and craftsmanship. Your work directly impacts our community's operations and public safety. Opportunities to grow your skills, obtain certifications, and work with advanced diagnostic and repair technologies.
What You'll Do
Conduct preventative maintenance (PM) inspections and complete necessary repairs to keep equipment operating safely and efficiently. Handle tire maintenance, repair, and replacement across the fleet. Perform skilled mechanical, technical, and diagnostic work on City vehicles and equipment. Maintain and repair a wide range of equipment, including cars, trucks, refuse trucks, loaders, sweepers, pumps, compressors, and other heavy construction machinery. Perform occasional welding, fabrication, and machine shop tasks. Service small engines and specialty equipment such as lawn mowers, chainsaws, snow blowers, generators, and air compressors. Operate and maintain seasonal equipment, including snowplows and salt spreaders. Complete assigned work from supervisors and ensure repairs meet quality and safety standards. When needed, repair Fire Department equipment, including ambulances, pumpers, rescue trucks, and ladder trucks.
What You Bring
A valid driver's license meeting City driving standards. Associate's degree with 0-2 years of experience OR 4-5 years of relevant experience without a degree. Willingness to obtain CDL (B, C, D with Tanker endorsement) and forklift certification within 12 months. Ability to work in tight spaces, in all weather conditions, and on a wide range of equipment. Desired (but not required): ASE Master Medium/Heavy Truck Certification Experience in diagnosing and repairing engines, drivetrains, electrical systems, HVAC, suspension, hydraulics, and emissions systems Welding, fabrication, and body repair experience (metal, fiberglass, or plastic) Ability to assess damage and determine the best repair methods Experience operating and transporting heavy equipment Installation of decals, safety striping, and performing light painting and refinishing work
Why Work for Us
As you take care of our city, we'll take care of you! We offer valuable benefits and perks, including:
Health & Wellness: City covers 88% of the medical premium (HRA plan). FREE dental insurance. FREE life insurance. FREE long-term disability coverage.
Retirement: Participate in Wisconsin's Retirement Fund with 7% city contribution.
Generous Time Off: Up to 25 days annually to start. Holiday pay (up to 9 days).
Professional Growth: Paid training - we invest in our employees! Tuition reimbursement. Educational bonuses for certifications/training completed on city time. Opportunities for advancement.
Financial Perks: Student loan repayment program. Federal loan forgiveness. Annual salary increases.
Culture & Extras: Paid employee recognition programs. Employee wellness program. Employee assistance program. Pet insurance. Employee events and more!
Benefits Click here to review the full job description.
Benefits include:
Time off Bank with the ability to accrue up to 25 days in one year to be used at your discretion with management approval; nine (9) paid holidays; eligibility for health insurance the first of the month following thirty (30) days of service with choice of a PPO Plan or High Deductible Health Plan (with optional participation in a Health Savings Account) - both plans are contributory and cover the employee and his/her family; fully paid dental insurance covering the employee and his/her family, with eligibility the first of the first of the month following thirty (30) days of service; a dual pension system comprised of the Wisconsin Retirement Fund and Federal Social Security (both of which are contributory); a fully paid Life Insurance Program with coverage in the amount of the employees annual salary adjusted to the next highest one thousand dollars, with the option for additional coverage; an educational reimbursement plan for the pursuit of job related courses including personal and professional training opportunities and professional organization memberships; voluntary benefit programs consisting of vision, Flexible Spending Benefits for Dependent Care and Medical Reimbursement, Section 457: Deferred Compensation, Treasury Direct Payroll Savings Plan for Savings Bonds, and other various benefits including, but not limited to, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Wellness Program, Armed Services Reserve Training, and Federal Loan Program. For more detailed benefit information click here.
*The Wisconsin Retirement Fund and Life Insurance Program benefits are provided according to plan guidelines of the State of Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds.
Application Questions
Do you possess a valid Wisconsin Drivers License? Yes No
Do you have an acceptable driving record per City Policy (no more than two moving violations in the last 18 months and no more than three moving violations within the last 36 months; no more than one chargeable accident within the last 18 months and no more than two chargeable accidents within the past 36 months; no more than six (6) demerit points within the past 12 months; no driving under the influence (Wis. Stat. 346.63) or reckless driving (Wis. Stat. 346.62) convictions within the past five years)? Yes No
Do you hold a valid Wisconsin Commercial Drivers License - Class B,C,D with air brakes? Yes No No, but I am willing to obtain one within 6 months of my employment.
Do you possess a high school/trade school diploma or equivalent and completed an accredited full time training program in automotive or diesel mechanics? Yes No
Do you possess a high school/trade school diploma or equivalent and have four years of recent paid work experience in the maintenance and repair of late model trucks and heavy diesel motorized road equipment? Yes No
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Employer: City of West Allis Address: 7525 W. Greenfield Ave. West Allis, Wisconsin, 53214 Phone: 414-302-8270 Website: http://www.westalliswi.gov/careers