Mechanics Helper

Mechanics Helper

Salary

$46,478.29 - $65,176.25 Annually

Location

City of Waukesha -CITY GARAGE - 300 Sentry Drive Waukesha, WI

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

26--00816

Department

DPW

Division

City Garage

Opening Date

06/19/2026

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

This position assists in the maintenance and repair of all City vehicles and equipment.

Salary: $22.3453 - $26.8401 hourly (DOQ)

Schedule: TBD

Essential Job Functions:

The job functions listed herein are neither exclusive nor exhaustive but are intended to be illustrative of the types of tasks the employee will most likely be expected to perform on a regular basis. The employee may be asked to perform different or additional tasks than the ones listed here, as the needs of the employer and/or requirements of the position change.

• Assists in the diagnosis of malfunctions and in making repairs/adjustments to all automotive equipment to keep in good operating condition.
• Assists in preventative maintenance and repairs to all major systems on trucks, equipment and automobiles owned by the City.
• Keeps records of repairs and maintenance work.
• Assists in snow removal and salting, lawn mowing and other seasonal jobs.
• Assists in street sweeping and removal of dead animals.
• Assists with putting up barricades and temporary signage.
• Assists with flood control.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Graduation from high school and at least 1 year of specialized training in automobile and equipment mechanics, plus at least 1-3 years of automotive mechanic experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, ability and skills:

Knowledge of:

• Techniques and practices, tools, equipment and materials used in automotive mechanics
• Preventative maintenance techniques and practices
• Identify occupational hazards to avoid or minimize risks

Ability to:

• Understand and follow instructions
• Diagnose operating malfunctions and make all necessary repairs
• Operate light to heavy equipment
• Use all tools and equipment necessary to accomplish maintenance and repair
• Perform light to heavy physical task under varying weather conditions
• Keep records and create reports
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and co-workers

Skill in:

• The operation of a variety of tools and equipment used in the performance of the essential job functions
• Oral and written communications

Necessary Special Requirements:

CDL with A, B, C and N (tanker) endorsements; valid Wisconsin driver license, ability to complete a pre-employment post offer physical and drug screen upon hire - including random drug and alcohol tests thereafter; must provide your own hand tools.

Physical Demands:

The demands listed below are required in order to be successful in this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors; hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate tools, machinery and other pieces of equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, prolonged visual concentration and the ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear; use hands/fingers to handle, feel and operate objects, tools, or controls.
• Frequently required to bend, climb, balance, stopp, kneel, crouch, crawl.
• May be exposed to adverse weather or unpleasant conditions such as heat, cold, wetness and humidity; dim or bright lights, dust, odors, noise, vibrations, toxic agents, asbestos, lead paint, electrical currents, heavy machinery; and occasionally violence, smoke and disease.
• Frequently lift/move in excess of 50 pounds.

The City of Waukesha is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Insurance
• Health
• Dental
• Life
• Vision

Pension Flexible Benefit Plan AFLAC Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Deferred Compensation - 457(b) Plan Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) - City of Waukesha employees may be eligible for loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

01

Do you have a CDL with ABC (N preferred) endorsements?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you frequently able to lift and move up to 50 pounds or in excess of 50 pounds?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have at least 1 year of specialized training in automobile and equipment mechanics?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you a high school graduate or recognized equivalent?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Waukesha

Address 201 Delafield Street

Waukesha, Wisconsin, 53188

Phone 262-524-3745

Website http://www.waukesha-wi.gov