Plumbing Starting Jobs in Racine, WI (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $27.36 - $34.46 Hourly
Location : Department of Public Works - 155 W Fairmount Ave, Whitefish Bay, WI
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: SW 26
Department: Public Works / Engineering
Opening Date: 06/23/2026
Summary of Job
The Service Worker position is an intermediate skilled position within the Department of Public Works. This position performs maintenance, repair, and construction tasks. All applicants shall demonstrate a thorough knowledge of Village Public Works operations and experience in the performance of Public Works tasks. The Service Worker shall be capable of working in emergencies or long work assignments as the need arises. Work hours are typically 6:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m., Monday through Friday, with the possibility of off-hour overtime or compensatory time.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the supervision of the Public Works Superintendent, Foreman, or Director of Public Works.
Starting wage is $27.36 and after 6-month probationary period wage increases to $28.18.
6-year Service Worker Pay Plan
Hire - $27.36
6-Month Probationary Period - $28.18
Year 1 (Date of Hire) - $29.59
Year 2 (Calendar) - $30.77
Year 3 - $31.69
Year 4 - $32.64
Year 5 - $33.62
Year 6 - $34.46
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Brush chipping, leaf collection, and special collection of yard waste
• Ice/snow control, salting, and snow plowing
• Lawn care maintenance including tree pruning, grass cutting, and shrub and flowerbed maintenance
• Sewer and water maintenance/repair by performing service shut off, excavation, watermain work, and pipe cleaning; repair/replacement of water pipes, sewer pipes, and hydrants
• Street and sidewalk maintenance by excavating, filling, moving debris, and using hot/cold asphalt
• Replacement of street light bulbs, poles (excluding wiring) and traffic signalization bulbs
• Perform masonry work; concrete mixing and form placement; finishes concrete
• Underground wire location for splicing and other electrical work for street lights, signs, traffic meters, and bulb and screen replacement
• Installation of water and sewer main fittings/fixtures in underground situations
• Water meter repair and replacement
• Installation and construction of equipment, tents and materials for civic events
• Repair, replacement, and installation of parking meters, lighting, traffic controls, and street signs
• Repair and set-up of voting facilities and equipment
• Performs required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects involving excavation, hauling, and pavement repair
• Perform new construction and carpentry, basic plumbing and electrical work
• Operation and record keeping of periodic street sweeping
• Collection of solid waste and recycling materials curbside with automated equipment
• Ability to use maps, electronic locating devices, and electronic records to locate and mark underground Village facilities during normal or emergency situations
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to understand and execute written and oral instruction
• Ability to work well with others
• Training and/or previous experience in operation of trucks, snowplows, and other municipal equipment (backhoe and bucket trucks)
• Training and/or previous experience assisting in maintenance repair and construction tasks such as landscaping and concrete masonry

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Training and/or previous experience setting up a safe work environment in traffic; valve shut off; repair and maintenance of valves, hydrants, and pipes; and testing for safe underground entry
• Technical training and/or experience in basic plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Maintain a valid Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Commercial Driver's License (B,C,D) with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsement or ability to obtain these CDL licenses before end of 6 month probationary period.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Personal computer, electric, gasoline, and non-power hand tools and machines including, but not limited to: packers, chippers, salter, leaf vacuum, compressors, pumps, gas meter, air compressor, sewer jetter/vacuum, power and manual saws, power sanders, drills, weed and grass trimmers, hedge trimmers, edgers, sod cutters, rototillers, jacks, hammers, mauls, and picks. Operation of powered lawn mower, compaction equipment, valve box vacuum, dump truck, snow plow, street sweeper, tractor/trailer, loader, backhoe, lift truck, CCTV truck and equipment, pick-up truck, and skid steer.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not necessarily limited to, the motor/physical abilities and skills required of this position in order to successfully undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to empower individuals with disabilities to undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.
While performing the essential duties and responsibilities of the position, the employee must periodically climb stairs and ladders, balance oneself, work with arms above the shoulder and work with arms extended at shoulder level. Periodical actions or movements are those that the employee needs to perform several hours weekly, monthly, and/or seasonally. The employee must repeatedly sit, stand, crawl, stoop, kneel, brace oneself, twist oneself, reach below waist level, use fine hand manipulation, use gross hand manipulation, use simple grasping and/or power grip, twist their hands, smell/sniff, speak, pay attention to detail, and listen. Repeated actions or movements are those that the employee needs to perform several hours daily. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. In addition, the employee must repeatedly move, lift, push, pull, and carry 60 lbs. or more.
Supplemental Information
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work conditions listed in this section include, but are not necessarily limited to, those environmental conditions to which the employee may be exposed while undertaking the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) so that the employee with disabilities may successfully manage said working conditions.
While performing the essential job duties of the position the employee may be exposed to fumes or odors, dusty conditions, noisy conditions, and may sit or stand on vibrating, rocking, or shaking machinery. Periodically, several hours weekly, monthly, and/or seasonally, the employee may be exposed to wet or humid conditions, smoke, hazardous materials, and confined spaces with limited mobility. The employee may periodically be exposed to paints, solvents, diesel and gas fumes, fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, adhesives, and cleaners.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview, background and reference checks as well as job related tests may be required.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Nothing in this job description reflects management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at anytime. 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.
The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation
OTHER
A Village Employment application form must be submitted.
Applications must be submitted online at : http://www.wfbvillage.gov
Health/Dental Insurance:

• Health: State - Village share per month 88%, Employee share per month 12%
• Dental: Delta Dental - Village Share per month 88%, Employee Share per month 12%
• Health Insurance Opt-out: Family $250 per month, Individual $125 per month

Flexible Benefits Plan

• Employee determines pre-tax dollar amount for plan year to be used for deductibles, co-insurance, prescription drugs, prescription eye-glasses or contact lenses and other approved medical expenses
• Dependent Day Care Account: Employee determines pre-tax dollar amount to pay daycare expenses

Retirement Contribution Rates (2026):

• Employer Contributes: 7.2% Employee Contributes: 7.2%
• Police Contract ER Contributes: 14.32% Police Contract EE Contributes: 6.9%

Vacation

• First Year - Prorated based on hire date**
• After First Full Year:
• More than 1 year and less than 6 years - 10 days
• 6 years or more but less than 14 years - 15 days
• 14 years or more but less than 20 years - 20 days
• 20 years or more of service - 25 days

Holidays - All Non PD and Non-Union Personnel: 10 Paid Holidays per year
Sick Leave - 6 hours for each full month of employment**
Basic Life Insurance - Payment equivalent to employee annual salary**
Income Continuation Insurance - 180-day waiting period for full compensation
**Terms may vary if under negotiated contract