MECHANIC Price County Highway Department Price County is accepting applications for the position of Mechanic within the Price County Highway Department. This position performs skilled work in the Highway Shop. Essential functions include the maintenance and repair of all diesel and gasoline trucks and construction equipment of the Highway Department. Must be able to troubleshoot problems and determine equipment malfunctions and make necessary repairs. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a full benefit package and starting hourly wage range of $24.35 to $26.38 per hour, dependent on experience, plus an additional $1.50 per hour from approximately November 1 through approximately March 31, and full benefits package. Benefits include Wisconsin Retirement System with 7.2% employer match, income continuation insurance, choice of multiple health insurance plans with a free near-site clinic, free mental health benefits, 22 days of paid leave within the first year, 11 paid holidays per year, paid maternity/paternity leave, quarterly employee lifestyle enhancement perk, and annual clothing and tool allowance. Dental/ vision, flex spending, WI Deferred Compensation, life, short-term disability, accident, and cancer/critical illness coverages are available. A full description of minimum requirements and application instructions can be found on the Price County website’s employment opportunities page at www.co.price.wi.us, by emailing a request to hroffice@pricecounty.wi.gov, or by calling 715-339-5131. Completed applications must be received by the Price County Human Resources Office no later than 4:30 p.m. on July 8, 2026. Price County is an equal opportunity employer. 184290_2 MECHANIC Price County Highway Department Price County is accepting applications for the position of Mechanic within the Price County Highway Department. This position performs skilled work in the Highway Shop. Essential functions include the maintenance and repair of all diesel and gasoline trucks and construction equipment of the Highway Department. Must be able to troubleshoot problems and determine equipment malfunctions and make necessary repairs. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a full benefit package and starting hourly wage range of $24.35 to $26.38 per hour, dependent on experience, plus an additional $1.50 per hour from approximately November 1 through approximately March 31, and full benefits package. Benefits include Wisconsin Retirement System with 7.2% employer match, income continuation insurance, choice of multiple health insurance plans with a free near-site clinic, free mental health benefits, 22 days of paid leave within the first year, 11 paid holidays per year, paid maternity/paternity leave, quarterly employee lifestyle enhancement perk, and annual clothing and tool allowance. Dental/ vision, flex spending, WI Deferred Compensation, life, short-term disability, accident, and cancer/critical illness coverages are available. A full description of minimum requirements and application instructions can be found on the Price County website’s employment opportunities page at www.co.price.wi.us, by emailing a request to hroffice@pricecounty.wi.gov, or by calling 715-339-5131. Completed applications must be received by the Price County Human Resources Office no later than 4:30 p.m. on July 8, 2026. Price County is an equal opportunity employer. 184290_2
Gilman business owner Jessica Wisocky received approval, Aug. 12, from the Gilman Village Board, to install, at no cost to them, what she is calling Chiquita House, on Main Street, near Vault Village. Similar to a little library, Chiquita House is a “leave or take” resource box, for those suffering with memory problems, their caregivers/family members or those who are interested in preventative methods. GINNA YOUNG/THE STAR NEWS
