Mechanic

Rockland Maine; Rockland (ME); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

The City of Rockland is seeking a Mechanic for the Public Services Department. The role requires at least three years of mechanical experience and a Maine Class B driver’s license, with a path to obtain a Maine commercial inspection license within 12 months.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, diagnostics, welding, and repair of municipal vehicles and equipment, plus assisting with purchasing and bid reviews.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressive experience in the mechanical trade or equivalent.
• Experience supporting a multi-functional Public Works department preferred.
• Ability to schedule and perform programmed work over long periods.
• Capable of detecting needed repairs and making adjustments.
• Clear and concise communication of technical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Plan, carry out and evaluate preventive maintenance for vehicles and equipment.
• Operate diagnostic instruments and a range of hand, electric, and air-driven tools.
• Cut and weld metal; perform body repair and touch-ups.
• Analyze vehicles and mechanical systems for cost-effective maintenance.
• Provide emergency field assistance for disabled equipment as needed.
• Prepare repair cost estimates and forms for review by Director.
• Assist with department purchasing and specifications for vehicles.
• Review bids for technical and mechanical needs.
• Operate snow removal equipment as required.

Skills

Three years mechanical experience

Public Works experience

Ability to schedule programmed work

Problem diagnosis and repair

Communication of technical topics

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Maine State commercial inspector license within 12 months

Maine Class B driver's license

Inventory/vehicle maintenance system literacy

Diagnostic training recommended

Tools

Diagnostic instruments

Hand tools

Electric tools

Air-driven tools

Job description

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The City of Rockland is seeking a Mechanic for the Public Services Department

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans, carries out and evaluates preventative maintenance schedules for all vehicles and mechanical equipment used in the public works department.
• Operates a variety of diagnostic instruments and a variety of hand, electric, and air-driven tools.
• Cuts and welds metal and performs body repair, touch up and related work.
• Conducts various analyses and inspections of vehicles and mechanical systems to determine the most cost effective means of maintenance, repair or replacement.
• Provides emergency field assistance to disabled equipment as needed and appropriate.
• Prepare repair cost estimates and repair order forms for review by Director.
• Assist with department purchasing, including preparation of technical specifications for vehicles and equipment as well as general items (tires/oil/grease, etc.) for purchasing.
• Review bids prior to sending out and again upon receipt, for correctness of technical/mechanical department needs.
• Operates a variety of snow removal equipment, including the most complex owned by the City.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs related labor as required

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

• Be committed to the mission of the City of Rockland.
• Follow all safety Department of Labor General Construction Labor Standards.
• Be reliable and trustworthy.
• Be well organized.
• Be punctual for scheduled work and use time efficiently.
• Be able to work harmoniously with co-workers and with the public.
• Perform duties in a conscientious and cooperative manner.
• Be neat and maintain an appropriate appearance.
• Understand and work within the City's Policies and Procedure

Experience and Skill Requirements: The following experience and skills are considered essential:

• At least three (3) years of progressive experience in the mechanical trade.
• Ability to provide information and effectively perform all mechanical work for a multi-functional Public Works department.
• Ability to schedule and perform programmed work, on a long-term basis.
• Ability to detect needed repairs and to make necessary operation adjustments.
• Ability to express ideas on technical/mechanical subjects clearly and concisely.

Education Requirements: The following education requirements are considered essential:

• High School diploma or equivalent, or a diploma from a State-certified vocational technical institute.
• Computer literate to operate inventory/vehicle maintenance system.
• Must possess a Maine State commercial inspection license within 12 months.
• Diagnostic training recommended.
• Must possess a clean, valid Maine Class B driver’s license. Must be insurable under the City’s vehicle insurance coverage.

Starting at $28.88/hour with a generous benefits package.

The City of Rockland is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity.