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Wabash County Government Maintenance Technician in Wabash, Indiana

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Maintenance Technician - Wabash County Commissioners

Full-Time Position

$45,000 - $49,000

Wabash County is seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Technician to help care for and improve county buildings and grounds. In this role, youll work handson across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general facility maintenance to ensure safe, functional, and wellmaintained spaces for county employees and the public. If you enjoy variety, problemsolving, and work that makes a visible impact every day, this position offers exactly that.

Wabash County provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.

What Youll Do

  • Support maintenance needs for the Sheriffs Department and assist the Maintenance Supervisor as needed
  • Help troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, including lighting, switches, receptacles, conduit, and wiring
  • Assist with plumbing repairs such as sweating copper, repairing drains, replacing fixtures, and clearing main lines
  • Support HVAC maintenance, including troubleshooting systems, replacing belts and filters, and checking refrigerant levels
  • Perform general carpentry and building repairs, including painting, wall repair, and replacing hardware and ceiling tiles
  • Test and maintain fire systems, including pumps and alarm panels
  • Maintain lawns, walkways, and outdoor areas; remove snow and ice during winter months
  • Track and maintain inventory of maintenance supplies and order replacements as needed
  • Report major repair needs or equipment issues to supervisors
  • Operate a wide range of tools and equipment safely and effectively
  • Participate in a rotating 24hour oncall schedule for emergency needs
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

What You Bring

  • High school diploma or HSE
  • Experience in electrical and plumbing work
  • At least 21 years of age
  • Ability to meet all hiring requirements, including medical exam and drug screening
  • Working knowledge of Symmons antiscald valves, Sloan valves, water heaters, fire sprinkler systems, and fire panels
  • Understanding of safety procedures, sanitation requirements, and proper handling of chemicals, pesticides, and herbicides
  • Ability to read and follow equipment manuals and product labels

Skill in safely operating tools such as drills, saws, mowers, trimmers, snow blowers, buffers, and more

  • Physical ability to lift 50+ pounds, work at heights, kneel, bend, reach, and perform tasks in varying weather conditions
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team, often under time constraints
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to interact respectfully with coworkers, vendors, and the public
  • Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and adherence to county policies
  • Ability to remain calm and respectful when interacting with occasionally irate individuals
  • Willingness to serve on 24hour emergency call rotation

Work Environment

This role involves both indoor and outdoor work in all weather conditions. You may encounter extreme temperatures, uneven terrain, chemicals, fumes, dust, noise, and heights. Safety procedures must be followed at all times.

How Youll Succeed

Youll thrive in this role if you enjoy handson work, take pride in maintaining safe and functional facilities, and can adapt to changing priorities. Youll work with clear objectives and support from your supervisor, with autonomy to manage daytoday tasks and respond to maintenance needs as they arise.

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You can apply:

https://www.indeed.com/job/maintenance-technician-399ca9e3c1406f1d

or send resume to

mshepherd@wabashcounty.in.gov

or an application can be picked up at

Wabash County Courthouse

HR Director

1 W Hill St Suite 202

Wabash IN 46992

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