The Town is offering a $5,000 bonus to a qualified candidate.

Would you like a challenging job working on various classes of vehicles and equipment? The Kennebunkport Public Works Department is accepting applications for the Town Mechanic position. We are searching for a team player with strong organizational and problem-solving skills. This is an invaluable position that works across multiple departments (Public Works, Police, Fire, etc.).

The Town Mechanic is a full-time, hourly position that reports to the Director of Public Works. High School diploma and specialized training in vehicle/engine repair with five years of related public works or construction equipment maintenance experience are required. Applicants must possess a valid Class B CDL license and Class I inspection license or be able to obtain it. The Town of Kennebunkport offers a competitive benefits package with a starting salary of $32.00 to $43.00 per hour (commensurate with experience).

There's a job, and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and well-being with a valuable total compensation package, including:

Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13.5 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, 2 weeks of vacation leave annually, and a choice of compensatory time instead of overtime.
Health Insurance Coverage– Kennebunkport pays 85% of the health insurance premium.
Retirement Plan– Kennebunkport contributes to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), and/or ICMA 457 program on behalf of the employee.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive 10 workdays of fully paid parental complementing leave.

Please submit the town application, resume, and cover letter through email to Yanina Nickless, Director of Support Services/HR, at ynickless@kennebunkportme.gov. The position is open until filled.

The Town of Kennebunkport is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.00 - $43.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Kennebunkport Town Hall

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