Controls Engineer Intern Jobs in Milwaukee, WI (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $27.35 - $33.13 Hourly
Location : City Hall, 5050 S. Lake Drive, Cudahy, WI
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00103
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 03/13/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Summary
Job Title: DPW Equipment Operator 1
Department: Department of Public Works
Exempt: No
Reports To: DPW Superintendent
Date: March 2026
Under the direction of the Department of Public Works Foreman or his/her delegated crew leader, performs general labor work and equipment operation for all phases of services provided by the Department of Public Works.
Age
18 years of age or older.
Work Hours
Full - time 40 hours per week.
Generally, May 15th to September 1st, 4 - 10 hour days during the work week with Monday or Friday off. The remaining calendar year, standard 8 hour - 5-day work week Monday - Friday.
Benefits
Wisconsin Retirement Fund, health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, sick, holiday and vacation days. This is a non-union, non-exempt position. Wages are determined by the Common Council on an annual basis based on performance and skill.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Right of Way

• Sweep streets.
• Tar and sand roads.
• Perform all required street maintenance.
• Clean and rebuild catch basins, manholes, and sanitary sewers.
• Paint striping on streets and walkways.
• Maintain storm culverts.
• Plow and remove snow.
• Shovel snow.
• Sand, salt streets and sidewalks.
• Dig trenches.
• Collect trash and recyclables.
• Cut grass.
• Repair streetlights.
• Act as flagman.
• Drive trucks.
• Operate roller, lawnmower, tractor, air compressor, stump cutter, paint striper, tree sprayer, pumps, chipper, and other related miscellaneous equipment.
• Do landscaping.
• Operate pneumatic hammer.
• Repair alleys and sidewalks.
• Plant trees and shrubs.
• Trim, cut and remove trees.
• Make concrete repairs.

Other Operations

• Clean and maintain all department facilities.
• Ensure that all tools and equipment are in a safe operating condition.
• Maintain a high standard of safety and good housekeeping.
• Complete any and all necessary forms following established practices.
• Perform any and all related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Experience

• Prior experience plowing snow or driving heavy equipment is desired
• Construction or building experience is desired

Education and Certifications

• High School graduation or equivalent
• Ability to obtain a Wisconsin Commercial Driver's License (CDL) A, B & N within 6 months of hire

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Mathematical

• Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical & analytical computations
• Ability to perform computations using units of American money, weight measurement, volume, and distance. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.

Technical

• Ability to apply technical knowledge & interpret technical instructions/regulations.
• Deal with abstract and concrete variables.
• Comprehend, follow and explain technical water distribution principles.
• Ability to understand written & oral work orders, rules and operating guidelines

Computer

• Ability to operate a computer and utilize basic software programs
• Knowledgeable and proficient at Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.

General

• Ability to follow detailed direction, work independently within scope of assignment and knowledge, and make decisions as required.
• Ability to maintain effective and pleasant communication, oral and written, and present information with supervisors, co-workers and residents.
• Ability to work independently; exercise initiative, resourcefulness and good

judgment.

• Ability to be resourceful and thorough & demonstrate problem solving skills

• Dependability and ability to work well with others and to display the proper attitude toward supervision.
• Ability to organize and maintain accurate records
• Ability to respond to emergency work during non-working hours, work in a non-traditional work week & shift and be willing to work the hours required to respond to emergencies and storms.
• Basic mechanical ability that is required in maintenance of buildings and equipment
• Knowledge and experience in basic skills employed in a water plant

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Standing, walking and sitting.
• Stooping, kneeling and crouching.
• Climbing using legs and feet, balancing, bending and twisting.
• Reaching, feeling, talking and hearing.
• Far vision at 20 feet or further and near vision at 20 inches or less with glasses if needed.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling objects weighing 50 to 80 pounds.
• Handling, grasping and fingering as needed to operate hydraulic controls, control objects with the hands, write, and operate switches.
• Outside workplace environment.
• Exposure to extreme cold or heat in addition to normal temperature changes.
• Exposure to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Exposure to loud noise and vibration from the operation of tools and machinery.
• Exposure to hazardous conditions such as mechanical, electrical, burns, heights and fast-moving vehicles.
• Exposure to atmospheric conditions such as fumes, gases, noxious odors, dust, and poor ventilation.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
Equipment Used

• Calculator, telephone, and copy machine.
• Automobile, truck and other motorized equipment.
• Measuring devices.
• Hand tools, power tools, chain saws, shovels, pick axes, and brooms.
• Heavy equipment including but not limited to tractors, paver, cement mixer, air hammer, mower, snowplow, backhoe, Vac-All, Hi-Ranger, front-end loader, paint striper, air compressor, roller, chipper, sweeper, concrete saw, etc.
• Confined space entry equipment.
• First aid equipment.
• Breathing apparatus, steel tip shoes, and hearing and eye protection.

LIFE: CITY PAYS PREMIUM FOR BASIC LIFE COVERAGE ON EMPLOYEE
HOLIDAY: EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF CUDAHY RECEIVE 10 PAID HOLIDAYS ANNUALLY
PERSONAL DAYS: AFTER ONE YEAR OF EMPLOYMENT - EMPLOYEE WILL RECEIVE THREE PERSONAL DAYS EACH YEAR
SICK LEAVE: ELIGIBILITY FOR SICK LEAVE BEGINS AFTER SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE PERFORMANCE PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT WITH THE CITY.
NEW EMPLOYEES CONTINUE TO EARN 8 HOURS PER MONTH DURING THEIR FIRST 4 YEARS OF SERVICES.
MEDICAL: CITY CURRENTLY PAYS THE PREMIUM FOR A MEDICAL BENEFIT PLAN FOR EMPLOYEES AND THEIR FAMILIES UP TO THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE BY LAW
AFTER 4TH YEAR, SICK LEAVE EARNED IS 4 HOURS PER MONTH TO A MAXIMUM OF 360 HOURS
VACATION: AFTER ONE FULL YEAR OF SUCCESFUL EMPLOYMENT -
EMPLOYEE SHALL EARN:
2 WEEKS VACATION AFTER 1 YEAR
3 WEEKS VACATION AFTER 7 YEARS
4 WEEKS VACATION AFTER 15 YEARS
5 WEEKS VACATION AFTER 23 YEARS
PENSION: EMPLOYEES ARE COVERED UNDER THE STATE OF WISCONSIN RETIREMENT SYSTEM
01
Do you have a high school diploma, General Education Development (GED) Certificate or a High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED)?

• Yes
• No

02
This position for which you applied for requires use of a motor vehicle, has your license ever been revocked or suspended?

• YES
• NO

03
If you answered 'yes' to the license revocation/suspension question, please explain and provide date(s). If you answered 'no', please type 'N/A".
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Have you ever been dismissed or asked to resign from any employment?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered 'yes' to the dismissed or asked to resign question, please state the details. If you answered 'no', please type 'N/A".
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Based on the job description, do you believe that you are able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

07
After reviewing the job description, specifically, what skills/experience do you bring to this position?
08
Do you understand that part of the pre-employment process will include a drug and/or controlled substance screening?

• Yes
• No

09
Do you object to the City contacting any of the employers or references listed in your online application?

• Yes
• No

Required Question