Mechanic

Bar Harbor Public Works Highway Mechanic

The Town of Bar Harbor is currently accepting applications for a full-time Highway Mechanic. This position works on heavy equipment light equipment and trailers that support the Towns Highway Water Wastewater and Environmental Services operations as well as provide maintenance and repair services to Police and Fire Department vehicles.

The primary responsibility of the Mechanic position is the routine maintenance and all manner of repairs to heavy and light equipment: backhoes loaders graders skid steers tag trailers trucks plow equipment and light equipment such as one-ton pick-ups and dump bodies. Additionally the mechanic is responsible for maintenance and repair of weedwhackers chain saws plate compactors and other small engine equipment. The Mechanic position regularly interacts with other Town Departments and Public Work crews. Strong communication skills are a must. The Mechanic position is directly responsible to the Highway Foreman.

The Mechanic position requires demonstrated ability to implement tasks with limited instruction and limited oversight and the ability to work efficiently and complete tasks within the time allotted. Demonstrated problem solving ability and ability to work well under pressure is also a must.

The minimum qualifications for this position include: High School graduate or equivalent a valid State of Maine Drivers License a Commercial Drivers License a valid State of Maine Vehicle Inspection License or ability to obtain one within one year of hire; five plus years of experience in the routine maintenance and repair of heavy and light equipment preferred; and familiar with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety regulations that are associated with mechanic related work preferred. Not required however welding experience is desired.

Applicants must have a clean driving record and satisfactorily complete a background check physical examination and drug testing.

Please email application or resume and cover letter to Jillian Knight at or mail to 50 Public Works Way Bar Harbor ME 04609.

The Town of Bar Harbor is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Starting hourly rate is $31.42. The Town of Bar Harbor offers great benefits including over time two weeks vacation every year sick and comp time two retirement options medical dental vision income protection life insurance yearly boot allowance and opportunities for career advancement. Tools provided.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

A copy of the full job description can be found here.