Public Works Assistant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $68,182.00 - $81,515.20 Annually
Location : 1495 Tullar Rd., Neenah, WI
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026PWAS
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 06/22/2026
City of Neenah Mission: "We strengthen our community by building on the past, owning the present, and stewarding the future together."
City of Neenah Core Values:

• Pursue Growth-Individual development positively influences the community.
• Encourage Innovation-Anticipate change. Embrace creativity and inspire ideas.
• Cultivate Collaborative Relationships-Succeed by fostering mutual respect as we grow and work together.
• Engage with Our Community-Acknowledge people. Hear people. Include people.

Position Summary
The City of Neenah is seeking a dedicated and experienced Public Works Assistant Superintendent lead and coordinate key public works operations that support the safety, cleanliness, and functionality of our community. This position is responsible for assigning, coordinating, and supervising curbside collection services, street maintenance, storm sewer and sanitary sewer maintenance and repair activities, and snow and ice control operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee curbside collection, disposal, and Drop-Off Center operations.
  • Supervise street, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and snow/ice maintenance.
  • Conduct efficiency reviews and manage commercial collection contracts.
  • Coordinate utility locates and prepare work orders.
  • Lead, schedule, train, and evaluate staff; support recruitment and performance management.
  • Promote workplace safety and maintain operational records.
  • Assess equipment and staffing needs; respond to emergencies on-call.
  • Represent the department at meetings and assist with contract negotiations.
  • Provide professional customer service to residents.
  • Perform duties of Public Works Superintendent as needed and other assigned tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in public works maintenance, supervision, or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certifications and Licenses

• Valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Must obtain within six (6) months of hire:
  • State of Wisconsin Class A Fuel System Operator License
  • State of Wisconsin Class B Fuel System Operator License

Salary and Benefits:

• Hiring Range- $68,182.40 - $81,515.20
• The City of Neenah offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Health, dental, and life insurance.
  • Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).
  • Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a resume and an online application as soon as possible. The position will remain open until filled.
For information regarding benefits, please contact our office at
The City of Neenah offers the following benefits to employees classified as Full-Time or Permanent Part-Time working 30 hours or more per week.
Employee Health Clinic
Benefit eligible employees (Those working 30 or more hours per week) have access to the City's employee clinic free of charge.
Dependents up to age 26 who are on the City's health plan may also use the employee clinic at no cost. Those dependents not on the City's health plan may access the clinic but are required to pay a $40 co-pay.
Medical
The City offers medical insurance through UMR. To better understand the network, you can visit umr.com and search for UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus network.
Wellness Benefit
Covered employees and spouses who participate in their annual wellness screening receive up to $400 annually into a Health Reimbursement Account on a pre-tax basis. This benefit can be used for medical expenses such as deductibles and co-pays.
Flexible Spending Account Plan
Eligible employees may elect to participate in a flexible spending account (FSA) plan. The FSA plan allows employees to have payroll deducted pre-tax and kept in an account that the employee may use for certain medical, dental, or vision costs not covered by insurance, or for dependent care, or for independent health premiums.
Dental
The City uses Delta Dental as it's dental provider. Employees pay 10% of the overall premium.
This benefit includes a $1500 annual orthodontic allowance for each covered member on the plan.
Vision:
The City uses Delta as it's Vision provider. The Employee pays 100% of this premium.
Ancillary Benefits
The City offers ancillary benefits to offset health care costs. These benefits include Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity.
Each of the available benefits offer an additional wellness benefit.
Income Continuation Insurance
As a WRS eligible employee, we participate in Income Continuation Insurance through the State of Wisconsin. Employees who are disabled due to a personal medical event may receive monetary benefits similar to a short-term disability program. Some provisions apply.
Life Insurance
The City provides WRS eligible employees with basic life insurance in the amount of one times an employee's annual salary at no cost to them.
Employees may elect additional coverage for themselves and eligible dependents. Rates are based on age and salary as determined by the carrier.
Wisconsin Retirement System
The City of Neenah participates in the Wisconsin Retirement System. All eligible employees are automatically enrolled into the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). The City of Neenah pays the employer portion, and each eligible employee is responsible for the employee portion.
Employee Assistance Program
The City of Neenah has an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). This service is offered at no cost to its employees and their immediate family members to help deal with life's stresses. EAP consists of caring individuals who are certified counselors. They can also help by referring the employee to another resource if assistance is needed beyond the EAP.
Deferred Compensation
Deferred Compensation allows employees to set aside pre-tax earnings toward retirement. The amount deferred reduces year-end state and federal income tax base. All the earnings will accrue tax-free until such time as the assets are withdrawn, generally at retirement, termination, or other special circumstances. There is also an after-tax 457 Roth contribution option. The City does not contribute to these plans.
Time Away from Work
The City of Neenah offers several paid time off benefits to include: vacation, holidays, floating holidays, sick leave, funeral leave and jury duty leave.