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Commissioners raise jail mechanic pay to match prior market rate
5391081 · July 15, 2025
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Summary
The county approved a pay increase to reclassify a new jail mechanic to a higher pay group ($27.54/hr) to match a 30-year mechanic with shop experience; commissioners said the move would save maintenance costs.
Walker County commissioners approved raising the pay for a jail mechanic position to match the higher pay group used for a prior incumbent, citing the candidate's shop experience and potential county savings on parts and outside repairs.
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