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This is a re-announcement. This position was previously announced with a deadline of November 24, 2025. If you've previously applied, you do not need to submit an additional application.

The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) currently has an opening for an Automotive/Equipment Technician – Senior at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery (SWVMC).

The SWVMC is situated on state-owned farmland at the Southern Wisconsin Center, located near Union Grove, WI and provides a final resting place for eligible veterans, spouses, and dependents. The 105-acre cemetery site encompasses gently rolling hills with serene, natural beauty.

WDVA employees have access to an excellent comprehensive benefit and compensation package; this includes paid time off so you can truly have a work/life balance! Our competitive benefits package also includes:

Employees may also be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. To learn more about the total value of the benefits available to employees, please visit our Total Rewards Calculator. Click here to see what working for the State of Wisconsin is all about!

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a talented and diverse workforce. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified Veterans with a 30%-or-more service-connected disability are eligible for non-competitive appointment to permanent positions in the classified civil service under §230.275, WI. Stats. Please refer to the How to Apply section of this announcement for more information about applying under this provision.

 

Position Summary

This position plays a vital role in maintaining a dignified and peaceful landscape which serves as the final resting place for many of Wisconsin’s veterans. The incumbent will be responsible for the daily maintenance and repair of cemetery equipment. This includes maintaining all cemetery equipment throughout the year so that the equipment is operational through all types of weather conditions. Cemetery equipment includes utility vehicles, snow blowers, trenchers, augers, trimmers, rototillers, etc.

This position also works in the cemetery shop performing skilled maintenance and repair of cemetery vehicles, skid steers and excavators. The incumbent will assist as needed with cemetery operations including excavating burial sites, performing landscaping, setting grave markers, etc.

To view the complete position description, click here.

 

Salary Information

The starting pay rate for this position is $24.55 an hour. The Automotive/Equipment Technician – Senior classification is in pay schedule and range 03-11.

Compensation for current State employees may vary and will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan.

 

Job Details

Due to the nature of this position’s duties, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check prior to appointment.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship) at the time of application. WDVA does not sponsor work or student visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.

The incumbent must meet the requirements to operate a State of Wisconsin Fleet vehicle.

Due to the nature of this position’s duties, the work of this position may be performed outdoors in varying weather conditions.

A twelve-month probationary period will be required.Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have training or experience in automotive or small engine repair and maintenance of gas and diesel equipment.

 

How To Apply

To be considered for this position, you must complete the online application. For instructions, refer to the following link: Applying to State Service. A current resume must be attached to the online application.

Your resume is a very important part of your application and will be used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on developing a resume for your application and what should be included, click here.

Submitted materials will be evaluated and all qualified applicants will be invited to an interview.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.

Questions can be directed to Kevin Roberts at kevin.roberts@wisconsin.gov or (608) 267-7297.

 

Deadline to Apply

All application materials must be received by 11:59 PM on January 4, 2025.