Engineering Mechanic II

Mount Desert Island Hospital; Bar Harbor, Northern (ME, KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus (may apply)

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Mount Desert Island Hospital in Bar Harbor, ME is seeking a hands-on Full-Time Engineering Mechanic II to maintain buildings, equipment, and facilities across the hospital and health centers.

You will perform a range of maintenance tasks with limited supervision, contributing to reliable operations and safety. Join a community-focused team committed to compassionate care and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School/GED is required.
• Must hold a Maine boiler operator license.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess a Journeyman’s license or an equivalent skill.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repairs, and improvements across hospital facilities.
• Work independently on a variety of skilled maintenance tasks with limited supervision.
• Ensure building systems operate safely and efficiently.

Skills

Maintenance

Blueprint reading

Electrical maintenance

Plumbing maintenance

Welding

Education

High School/GED

Maine boiler operator license

Journeyman's license or equivalent

Valid driver's license

Job description

Description

About MDI Hospital

Rooted in Community. Inspired by Care.

Mount Desert Island Hospital isn’t just a place where care is delivered — it’s where care begins, where it grows, and where it connects us all. Located in the heart of Bar Harbor, surrounded by the rugged beauty of Acadia National Park, MDI Hospital is deeply woven into the fabric of island life. We’re not just serving a community — we are the community.

A Place Where You Belong.

At MDI Hospital, every team member is more than a healthcare professional — they’re a neighbor, a friend, a familiar face in the grocery store or on the hiking trail. We believe that healing happens best when people feel seen, supported, and valued. That’s why we foster a workplace where everyone belongs, where voices are heard, and where your contributions truly matter.

Small Town Heart, Big Impact.

Though we serve a small, close-knit population, our reach is wide and our impact deep. We offer a full spectrum of care — from family medicine and behavioral health to emergency services and specialty care — all grounded in compassion and clinical excellence. Our partnerships with organizations like Penn Medicine and the MDI Biological Laboratory help us bring world‑class resources to our rural setting.

A Culture of Connection.

We believe that wellness is a shared journey. Whether it’s through community wellness programs, school‑based health initiatives, or simply taking the time to listen, we’re here to walk alongside our patients and each other. Our team is collaborative, mission‑driven, and always ready to lend a hand — or an ear.

Come Grow With Us.

Working at MDI Hospital means being part of something bigger than yourself. It means joining a team that values your well‑being, supports your growth, and celebrates your unique strengths. Whether you’re new to the island or have called it home for years, you’ll find a place here — not just to work, but to belong.

Summary:

Are you ready for a hands‑on maintenance career? Join MDI Hospital and Health Centers as a Full-Time Engineering Mechanic II. In this role, you’ll help keep our buildings, equipment, and facilities running smoothly by performing maintenance, repairs, and improvements throughout the hospital and health centers. You’ll work independently on a variety of skilled maintenance tasks with limited supervision.

Benefits:

MDI Hospital and Birch Bay Retirement Village offer a competitive salary, robust medical/dental/vision/life insurance, identity theft protection program, matching retirement plan, ample paid time off, a comprehensive award winning wellness program with reimbursement incentives, generous tuition reimbursement, and continuing education benefits. Some positions may qualify for a sign on bonus and relocation assistance.

EEO Statement:

MDI Hospital and Birch Bay Retirement Village provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable state and local non‑discrimination laws.

Requirements

Education, Training or Certifications Required:

1. Must be a High School/GED graduate.
2. Must be a licensed boiler operator in the State of Maine.
3. Must have a valid driver's license.
4. Valid and current Journeyman's License or equivalent in particular trade or valued skill

Experience Required:

1. Relevant experience needed in order to maintain valid Journeyman's license or equivalent skill.

Special Requirements:

1. Ability to perform and supervise a variety of general semiskilled to skilled maintenance; alteration and repair to machinery, equipment or facilities in accordance with basic skills, abilities, and standard procedures, diagrams, or manufacturers' instructions.
2. Ability to perform routine electrical maintenance, replacement or alteration of circuit wiring, switches, control equipment and mechanisms, motors, transformers, relays, generators, appliances, fixtures, alarms, communication equipment, etc.
3. Ability to perform general plumbing maintenance such as: maintain, repair and make alterations to steam, gas, water, air and sanitary plumbing pipes and fixtures; bend, cut seams, and thread pipe, wipe joints, test joints, and pipe systems for leaks; repair and replace valves, repair leaks, and clean drain stoppages.
4. Ability to perform general welding -- welding, cutting, joining metals not requiring critical test tolerance or certification.
5. Ability to read and understand blueprints.

Cognitive Requirements:

1. Ability to assess a situation and assign tasks according to individual staff ability.
2. Ability to solve problems and conflicts in a positive way.
3. Ability to plan for the future and advise Engineering Supervisor of needed changes.
4. Must be emotionally mature and able to keep a clear head in an emergency situation.

Physical Demands:

1. Ability to be on feet most of the day.
2. Ability to lift, pull and push equipment.
3. Ability to stoop and reach.
4. Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs.
5. Adequate vision and manual skills.
6. Ability to work on roof or other high places such as ladders.

Environment:

1. May be exposed to the following hazards: needles or other sharp objects, asbestos, hazardous chemicals, dust, fumes from solvents, oil, paints or other materials, welding fumes, extreme changes in temperature, high voltage, biohazards and other job‑related items.
2. May be required to perform maintenance tasks in room occupied by patients.
3. May be required to perform maintenance tasks in very noisy areas.