Maintenance Repairer - Streets

Milwaukee Succeeds; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

City covers 88% of medical premiums

Free dental insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Milwaukee Succeeds is looking for a Maintenance Repairer to join the Public Works Streets Department in West Allis. This role involves a variety of hands-on projects that ensure the infrastructure of the City remains strong and safe.

The ideal candidate will possess concrete finishing experience and a valid Wisconsin driver's license. You will perform various tasks including sewer maintenance, emergency response work, and work with construction equipment to keep our community thriving.

Qualifications

• At least two years of recent paid concrete finishing experience.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain a Wisconsin CDL within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance of sanitary sewer mains.
• Assist in building storm sewers, catch basins, and sanitary manholes.
• Complete asphalt maintenance work such as pothole repair.

Skills

Concrete finishing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Construction equipment

Hydro-excavation equipment

Job description

Maintenance Repairer - Department of Public Works

There's no such thing as 'routine' in this role. If you have concrete finishing or general construction experience and want a position where every day brings something new, we'd love to hear from you. As a Maintenance Repairer with our Public Works Streets Department, you'll take on diverse, hands‑on projects that keep the City of West Allis's infrastructure strong and our community safe.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Work outdoors, operate vehicles and equipment, and see the real impact of your work across the City.
• Enjoy steady, year‑round employment with meaningful, community‑focused projects.
• Join a collaborative, supportive team that values hard work, problem‑solving, and craftsmanship.
• Be part of emergency response work where your skills directly contribute to public safety.
• Grow professionally with opportunities to learn new tools, equipment, and construction techniques.

What You’ll Do

• Perform routine maintenance of sanitary sewer mains, including jetting operations, inspections, and evaluations.
• Conduct hydro‑excavating on catch basins and manholes using vac‑all equipment.
• Operate trucks and construction/maintenance equipment.
• Assist in building storm sewers, catch basins, and sanitary manholes, including shoring job sites as needed.
• Complete asphalt maintenance work such as pothole repair, crack filling, and patching streets, alleys, curbs, and sidewalks.
• Perform concrete finishing and laboring tasks, including excavation, grading, forming, pouring, and finishing pavement, curbs, and sidewalks.
• Assist in emergency work, including snow and ice control, flooding, windstorms, natural disaster response, and sanitary sewer pumping.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork, communication, and professionalism during both routine and emergency operations.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain a Wisconsin CDL (Class B, C with air brakes) and Tanker (N) endorsement within 12 months of hire.
• At least two years of recent paid concrete finishing experience.
• A solid work ethic, integrity, initiative, accountability, and emotional intelligence.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and extended hours during emergencies, including rotational watch duty.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to make sound decisions in fast‑paced environments.
• Ability to use computers and mobile devices (iPad), and adapt to specialized software and databases.
• Experience working with the public is desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of materials, methods, tools, and equipment used in public works construction and maintenance.
• Understanding of occupational hazards and safe work practices.
• Skill in using hand tools and operating a variety of vehicles/equipment.
• Ability to perform semi‑skilled maintenance tasks from verbal instructions, sketches, or layouts.
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with a diverse community and workforce.
• Strong judgment, adaptability, multitasking, and commitment to innovation and continuous improvement.

Why Work for Us

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 a 7% City contribution.

Generous Time Off

• Up to 25 days annually to start.
• Up to 9 paid holidays.

Professional Growth

• Paid training and educational bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Opportunities for advancement.

Financial Perks

• Student loan repayment program.
• Federal loan forgiveness eligibility.
• Annual salary increases.

Culture & Extras

• Employee recognition programs.
• Employee wellness program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee events and more.