Job Description

If you are a current State of Maine employee, you must complete your application through the internal application process (Find Jobs Report). Please apply using your PRISM account. If you are on Seasonal Leave and do not have access to PRISM, contact your local Human Resources representative for application information.

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Maine Department of Transportation

Salary

: $22.66 - $31.40 (per hour)

Office/Bureau:

Maintenance and Operations (Region 1 - Southern Maine)

Location:

Scarborough, ME

:

This is supervisory work that supports highway, bridge, fleet, and traffic projects/programs for the Department of Transportation. Responsibilities include directing the work of crews engaged in maintenance/construction work. May operate heavy motorized equipment. Work is performed under limited supervision.

To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:

Two-year combination of experience, or education in highway/bridge construction, fleet equipment repair, or transportation related maintenance including at least one year of lead worker experience. Must possess the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities noted above with a high school diploma or equivalent. Required to work at a higher class as necessary and in accordance with required licenses and/or certifications.

Licensing/Registration/Certification Requirements:

(These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class).


Valid Class A motor vehicle license as issued by the State of Maine and completion of the 30 hour OSHA Safety course in construction (20 CFR Part 1926).

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications.


For general questions please contact: Maine Department of Transportation, Attn: Amy Webster, Human Resources Specialist, P.O. Box 358, Scarborough, Maine 04070-0358. Telephone: 207-885-7002 Email: Amy.webster@maine.gov

Why join our team?

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto--"Dirigo" or "I lead"--as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

Work-Life Fit

- Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using

13 paid holidays

, and

3+ weeks of vacation leave

annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

Wellness

- We care about you and your family's wellbeing, offering

12 days of sick leave

annually to help you stay healthy.

Health Insurance Coverage

- The State of Maine pays

85%-95%

of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

Dental Insurance

- The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).

Retirement Plan

- The State contributes the equivalent of

14.11%

of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about

additional wellness benefits

for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness .


Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

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. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Thinking about applying?

Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you're currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.


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If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.