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Maintenance Person III

Dubuque County

1 Positions

ID: 85785

Posted On 01/06/2026

Job Overview

Description

Performs difficult skilled mechanical work in the repair and maintenance of a variety of automotive and construction equipment; does related work as required.

Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Shop Supervisor.

**Job Duties** :

+ Services equipment; Diagnoses mechanical problems, determines required repair of replacement of parts; Plans work procedures using charts and technical manuals;

+ Installs rings and bearings and effects proper adjustment;

+ Overhauls and repairs carburetors and clutches;

+ Performs repairs and replacements on diesel driven equipment;

+ Repairs and overhauls engines, brakes, ignition and fuel systems, transmissions, differentials, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, front and rear axle assemblies;

+ Tunes motors using standard testing equipment;

+ Takes down, repairs and reassembles air compressors, pumps and related equipment;

+ Lays out and fabricates parts; Repairs damaged parts;

+ Operates air arc, plasma cutter, mig and arc welders;

+ Does electrical and hydraulic work on equipment, troubleshoots hydraulic and electrical problems, repairs or replaces defective parts, repairing and adjusting lights, and repairing generators and starters;

+ Performs custodial duties in shop area;

+ Operates service truck, performs field repairs as required;

+ Operates construction equipment when assigned;

+ Operates snow removal equipment, spreads salt and sand;

+ Performs other road, bridge and drainage work as assigned;

+ Operates lowboy; Performs routine welding repair and maintenance;

+ Assist in towing and recovery;

+ Performs related tasks as required;

+ Attends schools of instruction and meetings as required.

**Minimum Qualifications** :

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and considerable experience in repairing automotive and power-driven equipment. Must be authorized to work in the United States. Dubuque County does not sponsor work visas or provide immigration sponsorship.

Special Requirements:

Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License and maintain throughout duration of employment.

Must pass the prescribed pre-employment physical, DOT drug test and criminal background check.

Supplemental Information:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment used in the repair of passenger cars, trucks, construction and maintenance equipment including auto and truck diagnostic scanners; thorough knowledge and skill in the use and operation of shop tools and machinery; ability to diagnose defects in the drive trains, chassis and other components of automotive equipment; ability to adapt available tools and repair parts to specific repair problems; ability to interpret work from sketches, diagrams and installation and repair charts; ability to understand and follow instructions in both oral and written form.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements:

Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds; ability to climb steps, ability to squat, stoop; ability to be on feet for a minimum of one hour; ability to sit in same position for extended period of time; ability to reach above head; ability to withstand extremes of temperature, all with reasonable accommodation

Equal Opportunity

Dubuque County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Human Resources Department at (563) 589-4441.

Primary Contact

1684871036959

Tracey Martin

HR Generalist, Human Resources

563-589-4441

Phone

Phone

Phone

563-587-3836

Fax

[email protected]

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Job Details

Categories

Maintenance/Repair

Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Pay/Salary

$31.06 - $33.21

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

Education

High School/GED

Company ID

975

Job REQ #

\# Positions

1

Start Date

20260106

End Date

20260121

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About the Company

The Dubuque County Courthouse was built in 1891. The Courthouse serves as the center of County Government offices, and is a dominant landmark in the downtown Dubuque area. It is located at 720 Central Avenue in Dubuque.