Highway Mechanic

at Bar Harbor, Town of in Bar Harbor, Maine, United States

Job Description

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.