CITY OF OROFINO
PUBLIC WORKS MECHANIC / MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
The City of Orofino is accepting applications for the position of Public Works Mechanic/Maintenance Technician.
This position is responsible for the regular maintenance and repair of all City-owned equipment and vehicles. Additional duties include general public works tasks such as street, recreation, water, and sewer distribution maintenance on an as-needed basis. This is a hands-on, multi-skilled technician role requiring mechanical, maintenance, and troubleshooting expertise.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Extensive knowledge of general mechanics for the repair and maintenance of vehicles, equipment, pumps, and small engines.
- Considerable welding skills (additional certifications preferred).
- Knowledge of basic electrical systems and troubleshooting.
- Ingenuity and problem-solving ability.
- Operation and knowledge of heavy equipment is a plus.
ADA Physical Requirements:
- Heavy lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds
- Sitting, standing or walking for extended periods of time
- Climbing, bending at the waist, walking over rough or uneven surfaces
- Reaching, pulling, pushing, climbing into large equipment
- Dexterity of hands to operate vehicles, power tools and equipment, and seeing to safely operate equipment.
A complete job description, application, and information on the hiring process are available from the City upon request.
Salary Range:
$54,537-$61,360 Annually
Excellent benefits: Medical, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, PERSI Retirement, HRA Veba, and Cell Phone Stipend.
Applications may be obtained from:
City of Orofino
217 First Street
P.O. Box 312
Orofino, ID 83544
(208) 476-4725
Completed applications must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on October 24, 2025.
Publish: October 8th and October 15th