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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for lock dam in Wisconsin is $23.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.38 and $26.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lock dam?

A Lock and Dam job involves operating and maintaining navigation structures that control water levels and vessel traffic on rivers and waterways. Workers in this role are responsible for assisting with locking boats through sections of a river, conducting routine maintenance, and ensuring safe and efficient waterway operations. This job is typically part of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers or similar organizations that manage inland waterways.

What does a lock dam do?

A typical day for a Lock and Dam Operator involves monitoring and controlling water levels, operating lock gates and valves for vessel passage, performing routine maintenance and inspections of equipment, and keeping detailed operational records. Operators work closely with commercial and recreational boat crews to coordinate safe transit through the lock system and must remain alert to changing weather and water conditions. The work is often performed in shifts to ensure 24/7 operation, sometimes requiring weekend or holiday hours. The environment combines indoor monitoring stations with regular outdoor activity around the lock and dam structure, making safety awareness and adaptability important.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the lock dam position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lock and Dam Operator, you need practical mechanical aptitude, basic electrical and hydraulic knowledge, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with control systems, tools for routine maintenance, and familiarity with safety regulations and waterway navigation are important technical requirements. Attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills are crucial for ensuring the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of locks and dams, often in coordination with vessel crews and other team members.

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Infographic showing various Lock Dam job openings in Wisconsin as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $49,230 per year, or $23.7 per hour.

Brake Press Operator (Beaver Dam)

Beaver Dam, WI • On-site

Metalcraft of Mayville
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$18 - $23.50/hr

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Job description

Metalcraft of Mayville
Metalcraft of Mayville is an Equal Opportunity Employer:Minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
Brake Press Operator (Beaver Dam)
US-WI-Beaver Dam
Job ID: 2026-4912
# of Openings: 1
Category: Manufacturing
Metalcraft of Mayville (Beaver Dam)
Overview

The Beaver Dam facility of Metalcraft is looking for an experienced Brake Press Operator.

Brake Press Operators are primarily responsible for the daily setup and operation of press brakes in a just-in-time fabrication shop.  Reporting to the department manager, the Brake Press Operator may be required to assist other operators as a helper on key work or machines as required.

2nd Shift - 2:30 am - 11:00 pm, M-F & Mandatory Saturdays 5:00 am - 10:00 am

3rd Shift - 10:00 pm - 6:00 am, S-Th & Mandatory Friday 8:00 pm - 1:00 am


Responsibilities
  • Set up and operate a hydraulic press or punch press for routine established work.
  • Select correct tooling for the job task with setup documents or supervisor/lead assistance.
  • Load, install and correctly set up the tools required with some assistance from a supervisor or a lead.
  • Perform assigned work to time standards and quality expectations
  • Account for time and work completed via online computer data collection system.
  • Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues or seek assistance.
  • Report and document basic material, production and quality control issues.
  • Maintain performance log books on assigned area equipment, report deficiencies to the maintenance team.
  • Participate in equipment preventative maintenance at the operator level.
  • Test and adjust machine speeds or actions, according to product specifications, using gauges and hand tools.
  • Install, align, and lock specified punches, dies, cutting blades, or other fixtures in rams or beds of machines, using gauges, templates, feelers, shims, and hand tools.
  • Position, align, and secure workpieces against fixtures or stops on machine beds or on dies.
  • Position guides, stops, holding blocks, or other fixtures to secure and direct workpieces, using hand tools and measuring devices.
  • Lubricate workpieces with oil.
  • Set stops on machine beds, change dies, and adjust components, such as rams or power presses, when making multiple or successive passes.
  • Mark identifying data on workpieces.
  • Hand-form, cut, or finish workpieces, using tools such as table saws, hand sledges, or anvils.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must have strong metal press forming and basic fabrication background.
  • Competent at basic dimensional measuring and able to quickly learn the use of precision measurement tools.
  • Demonstrated competency in basic shop math.
  • Basic ability to read and understand blueprints and other shop drawing aids.
  • Ability to work with various types of metal forming constraints with guidance.
  • Previous experience with overhead crane use is desired.
  • Ability to use a forklift.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change.
  • Work in an efficient and timely manner
  • Aptitude to take orders and execute the same efficiently
  • Demonstrated detail orientation, self motivation skills and ability to multi-task

Compensation details: 7.24-7.25 Hourly Wage


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