Mechanic II - Equipment Maintenance

Salary: $27.90 - $30.63 Hourly
Location : 76 Turkey Hill Road, Merrimack
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Public Works Department
Division: Equipment Maintenance
Opening Date: 02/20/2026
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Normal Work Days:: Monday - Friday
Hours of Work:: 7:00am - 3:00pm
Other Details:: Family heath insurance premiums 100% paid by employer. Interviews ongoing until filled. Hire rate for those without CDL-B is $26.51 - $29/10/hr. , DOE.

Job Summary
Join the Town of Merrimack!!

Applicants without a CDL-B license are now eligible to apply - Earn your CDL-B while you work!

Are you a seasoned mechanic ready to take your skills to the next level? The Town of Merrimack is seeking a Mechanic II-a highly skilled professional at the master level-to keep our fleet running strong and our community moving forward.
If hired without required CDL-B, the Town will put you through our in-house CDL training program while you work and provide 6 months for you to obtain the required license . Hire rate without CDL-B is 95% of the posted rate.

What You'll Do
Perform expert preventive maintenance and repairs on a wide range of vehicles and equipment, including:

• Automobiles & police cruisers

• Heavy-duty trucks & fire apparatus

• Emergency vehicles & construction equipment

• Tractors & small engines

• Tackle complex mechanical challenges with precision and pride.

Why Merrimack?

• FAMILY HEALTH INSURANCE PREMIUMS 100% PAID BY EMPLOYER

• Membership in the New Hampshire Retirement System

• Additional competitive benefits

• Job Security

• The chance to serve your community

Who We're Looking For

• Master-level mechanics with proven expertise in diverse mechanical systems

• Professionals who thrive on responsibility, precision, and teamwork

• Individuals who want their work to make a real impact in public safety and community services

Apply today and bring your skills to a town that values excellence, dedication, and craftsmanship.

* FAMILY HEALTH INSURANCE PREMIUMS CURRENTLY 100% PAID BY EMPLOYER, NEW HAMPSHIRE RETIREMENT SYSTEM
AND OTHER BENEFITS *
Minimum Qualifications
High school degree and three years of experience, as a mechanic, maintaining and repairing a wide variety of complex mechanical machinery and equipment OR equivalent education and experience that demonstrated the possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Valid CDL-B (Commercial Drivers License) with Air Brakes and Tank endorsements. OR Applicants without CDL-B will participate in our in-house CDL Training Program and will be given 6 months to earn their CDL-B. Valid N.H. Department of Safety Vehicle Inspection Certification.
The Town of Merrimack is an at-will, Equal Opportunity Employer. The Town of Merrimack does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law, nor does it tolerate discrimination or harassment based on these protected statuses.

Inquiries regarding discrimination, including matters related to physical or mental disability, may be directed to the Human Resources Director at .
The Town offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees which includes:

• 100% employer paid family health insurance premiums and employee life, and short-term disability insurance premiums.
• 90% employer paid family dental insurance premiums.
• Participation in New Hampshire Retirement System
• Optional benefits such as, deferred compensation plans, long-term disability, & supplemental life insurance.
• Paid leave including, holidays, vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• College tuition reimbursement and flexible spending accounts may also be available depending upon the position.

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Please describe your training and/or schooling related to auto mechanics or other mechanical trades and your progressively responsible experience in mechanical maintenance work.
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Do you have at least 3 years of experience as a mechanic maintaining and repairing a wide variety of complex mechanical machinery and equipment?

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