Industrial Maintenance Technician / Millwright - Recycling & Solid Waste **New Starting Wage

Industrial Maintenance Technician / Millwright - Recycling & Solid Waste New Starting Wage

Salary

$65,998.40 - $86,112.00 Annually

Location

Recycling & Solid Waste - 1419 Holland Road, Appleton, WI

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2603498

Department

Solid Waste

Opening Date

06/02/2026

Typical Work Hours/Shift:

This position offers a consistent 6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. schedule, with occasional overtime opportunities as needed and based on business need.

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Outagamie County Core Values

Invested in Serving

Better Together

Create Progress

Support Through Compassion

Position Purpose

Reporting directly to the Equipment/Facility Superintendent, the Recycling Industrial Maintenance Specialist maintains and repairs specialized recycling industrial equipment including AI robotics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and others. Collaborating with recycling operations leadership and outside vendors, the Industrial Maintenance Specialist is critical in maintaining the recycling facility, decreasing operational downtime, and promoting efficiencies.

We are looking for a candidate with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn and continuously expand their knowledge of the repair, maintenance, and operation of recycling processing equipment.

This position offers a consistent 6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. schedule, with occasional overtime opportunities as needed and based on business need.

Learn more about our benefits here including being a part of our Wisconsin Retirement System Pension and utilize our on-site and near-site clinic if you take our benefits:

https://www.outagamie.gov/Our-County/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits-Information

Key Responsibilities

The following duties are most critical for this position. These duties are not exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Perform skilled and semi-skilled maintenance tasks to repair and maintain equipment and facilities including optical sorters, robotic sorters, balers, pneumatic conveyance systems, slide bed conveyors, motors, gearboxes, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, pneumatic systems, and heavy equipment.
• Collaborate with Operations leadership to coordinate repairs, increase efficiencies, and reduce downtime.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and maintain equipment using tools such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, and pressure gauges.
• Work closely with outside vendors to maintain, repair, and retrofit equipment.
• Produce clear and accurate documentation for all maintenance activities.
• Prioritize and adjust tasks based on evolving needs and schedules.
• Complete continuing education and professional trainings.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance, including working overtime as required.

Education/Certifications/Experience Requirements

• Credentialed with the State of WI as a Journeyman Millwright.
• Successful completion of an accredited electro-mechanical program.
• Minimum of five years experience in equipment preventative maintenance and repair.
• Facility maintenance experience is required.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• This position does require successful completion of a Post Offer Pre Employment Examination (POPE).
• Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license

Required or Preferred Skills

• Skills and Knowledge:

• Broad electro-mechanical expertise.

• Knowledge of trucks, tractors, and light equipment operations and maintenance.

• Familiarity with computerized building maintenance systems and basic electronics troubleshooting.

• Proficient in reading and interpreting schematics and technical drawings.

• Skilled in the use of tools and equipment related to electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, or powertrain systems.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Personal Attributes:

• Self-motivated and dependable with a strong work ethic.

• Capable of working independently and making sound judgments.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills with being detail orientated.

• Adaptability to changing work environments, including exposure to adverse weather, vibrations, fumes, and dust.

• Strong time management and task prioritization skills.

• Demonstrates tact, diplomacy, and professionalism when interacting with coworkers, officials, and the public.

• Work Environment:

• Thrive in a dynamic, loud, and often dirty environment, ensuring the functionality and safety of critical systems and equipment.

• Essential Physical Demands

• Standing and walking for extended periods.

• Lifting and carrying up to 100 lbs.

• Pushing, moving or pulling up to 100 lbs. of force.

• Climbing stairs, ladders, and equipment.

• Stooping, kneeling, bending, and crawling in confined spaces.

• Performing repetitive hand and wrist movements using tools.

• Visual acuity to work safely around moving machinery.

Outagamie County offers Benefit options and paid time off for team members that work 20+ or more hours per week. Learn more today by visiting: https://www.outagamie.org/government/departments-f-m/human-resources/employee-benefits-information

Outagamie County Diversity Statement:

Outagamie County is committed to developing, nurturing, and sustaining an equitable community and workforce where all individuals can thrive. We pledge to amplify the voices of under-represented communities or those who were historically excluded, by removing barriers that result from racial, social injustice and inequities. We strive to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion are embedded at all levels of Outagamie County programs and departments through acknowledging, analyzing, and addressing the root causes of inequities. We will create and advance equitable polices, practices and procedures, including, but not limited to County services, recruitment and retention, policies and practices, budgeting and procurement. We commit to being transparent and will continually evaluate and update our values when identified goals and objectives are not being achieved or sustained. Outagamie County will strive to create an inclusive environment where every community member feels like he/she/they belong.

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY OFFERS A COMPREHENSIVE AND HIGHLY COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE TO ITS EMPLOYEES.

LEVELS OF BENEFITS CAN VARY BASED ON EMPLOYMENT STATUS AND EMPLOYEE GROUP.

Medical Coverage

Outagamie County currently offers eligible employees a Low-Deductible Health Plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Each of these plans are available for single or family coverage at affordable rates.

Dental Coverage

Eligible employees may choose either single, limited family, or family coverage.

Vision Coverage

Outagamie County offers single, employee plus one, employee plus children, and family voluntary vision insurance for those that are benefit eligible. Vision insurance coverage provides an opportunity for employees to save money on routine vision exams, contacts, eyeglass frames, and lenses.

Life Insurance

Outagamie County provides group life insurance for full-time employees. The cost of this coverage is paid for in full by the County.

Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance

Short-Term Disability pays the employee a portion of his or her income for a specified period of time, as determined by the plan. The Short-Term Disability plan provides coverage for injuries and illnesses that occur outside of work. The premium for this coverage is paid entirely by the employee and is available to active employees that meet the hours threshold requirements.

Long-Term Disability Insurance

All regular, non-union full-time employees are eligible for long-term disability coverage. Premiums are fully paid by the County.

Wisconsin Retirement System

Wisconsin Retirement Program helps provide for financial security during retirement. Monthly annuity payments at retirement are calculated using years of creditable service, average earnings (based on three highest years of earnings), formula factors, age at retirement and selected annuity option.

The retirement plan consists of two parts: an employee-required portion and an employer-required portion. Outagamie County pays the employer portion, and employees are responsible for paying the employee-required portion, which is determined by the state each year. Enrollment is required for eligible employees. Eligibility is determined based on Wisconsin Retirement System plan rules.

Deferred Compensation

Deferred Compensation allows employees to set aside pre-tax earnings toward retirement. Employees can save up to 100% of their compensation, to a maximum of $23,500 annually, or as little as $10.00 per paycheck. The amount deferred reduces year-end state and federal income tax base. All the earnings will accrue tax-deferred until such time as the assets are withdrawn, generally at retirement, termination, or other special circumstances. There is also an after-tax 457 Roth contribution option.

Flexible Spending Account Plan

The Flexible Spending Account Plan saves money by allowing the employee to pay for certain medical related expenses and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis, reducing annual taxable income resulting in Federal, State, Social Security, and Medicare tax savings.

Employee Assistance Program

Outagamie County has an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The services offered as part of the Countys plan are a benefit provided at no cost to its employees and their immediate family members to help deal with lifes stresses. EAP consists of caring individuals who are certified counselors. They offer professional support and direction towards resolving problems or concerns. They can also help by referring the employee to another resource if assistance is needed beyond the EAP.

Paid Time Off

Outagamie County offers several paid time off benefits that include: vacation, personal holidays, national holidays, sick leave, bereavement leave and military leave.

Employee and Family Clinic

Primary Health Services, Acute Health Care and Physical Therapy are available to employees and dependents ages 12 months and up (age 13 and up for physical therapy), who are covered on a county health plan. A Health Coach is available to all employees, and to dependents covered under a county health plan age 14 and older. There is an onsite location and a shared clinic site location.

Fitness Center

Located at the downtown campus, a brand new fitness center with treadmills and other gym equipment is available to all employees from 5am to 10pm daily.

Pet Insurance

Please note that the pet insurance offers are discounts offered to Outagamie County employees and are not programs sponsored by Outagamie County. Please contact the companies directly for any questions, concerns or service issues.

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Values of Excellence (Recognition Program)

A program designed to celebrate the big wins, the daily efforts and everything in between of our county employees, which such a great place to grow, work, and thrive together. Where anyone as a county employee can recognize someone for a job well done!

Continuing Education

Outagamie County encourages continuing education by offering Education Reimbursement. This reimbursement is intended to provide assistance to the employee for out-of-pocket expenses for continuing education for the mutual benefit of the employee and Outagamie County, not covered in the departmental budget.

Any Outagamie County employee in good standing, averaging twenty (20) hours or more per week during the six (6) months prior to the start of the course, is eligible to apply. This statement is not all-inclusive in regard to tuition reimbursement.

https://www.outagamie.gov/Our-County/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits-Information

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Briefly describe your experience with equipment preventative maintenance and repair.

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Please describe you experience relevant to recycling sorting or other process/manufacturing type systems as it pertains to millwright work you have completed.

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Employer Outagamie County

Address 320 S. Walnut Street

Appleton, Wisconsin, 54911

Phone (920) 832-1669

Website https://www.outagamie.gov/Home