Equipment Mechanic Lead Person- City of Lewiston

Start Date: January 13, 2025 | End Date: July 12, 2025
County: Androscoggin County
Job Type: Public Works
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Accepting applications for EQUIPMENT MECHANIC LEAD PERSON for the City of Lewiston’s Public Works Department. Applications are available at the Human Resources Department or online at www.lewistonmaine.gov.

GENERAL INFORMATION:              Department:    Public Works

Division:          Municipal Garage

                                                            Barg. Unit:       AFSCME Pro-Tech (Professional Technical Unit)

Status:             Full-Time, Supervisory position

Schedule:        Evening & Night hours, 40+ hours per week

Grade:             5  [$27.73 - $32.84 /hour] Depending on experience

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have a high school diploma, or equivalent, with five (5) years related experience in equipment mechanics, maintenance and repair; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Qualified candidates must have excellent communication, computer and office skills; display attention to detail and be able to work in a team environment.

WORK ACTIVITIES: Oversees, directs and undertakes the overhaul, repair and maintenance of gasoline and diesel automotive vehicles, trucks, tractors, street sweepers, cranes and other power-driven equipment. Manages tasks, job assignments, training and supervision of second shift operations. Repairs parts, tools and equipment and performs machining, welding and limited fabrication. Maintains and enforces safety rules and regulations to keep a safe, clean and orderly shop. Prepares work reports, work orders, and equipment records for labor, parts used and services performed. Maintains warrantees and applies for reimbursement as needed. Displays knowledge of fleet maintenance software, meters, heavy equipment testing and power tools used in repair and service work. Communicates necessary information between shifts to aide in clear and consistent shop knowledge and practices. Perform other duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS: Qualified candidates must have a valid Maine Class B driver’s license in good standing, or be able to obtain within six (6) months of employment. Must possess a valid State of Maine Vehicle Inspection license and be able to obtain any/all appropriate A.S.E. certifications.

Submit application with complete resume directly to the Department of Human Resources, City Hall 27 Pine Street Lewiston, ME 04240. Additional Human Resources contact information for email and fax submissions is available at lewistonmaine.gov > Human Resources > Terri-Lynn Bechard

Applications will be reviewed as received.  Only interviewed candidates will be notified. Prospective candidates MUST submit all required documents (cover letter, resume and City of Lewiston Job Application) at time of application. Incomplete position inquiries, including those without accurate contact information, will be rejected.