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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: Yarmouth, ME
Opening Date: August 28, 2026
Closing Date: September 11, 2026Job Description:
This position works nights. This is supervisory work that supports bridge, highway, traffic, maintenance and construction projects. The person in the position is responsible for directing the work of crews engaged in highway maintenance and construction work. The position 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).
Under federal law, only U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or H-2A, H-2B, or E-2 visa holders will be eligible for new or renewed CDLs.
Application Instructions: Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the
"Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications.
For general questions or for Current MaineDOT employees in the Transportation Worker series who wish to be considered for a transfer and must complete and submit a Transportation Worker Reassignment Form indicating your interest 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 ($12,213.60-$13,650.48 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.
- Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by up to 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
- Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
- Retirement Plan - The State contributes the equivalent of 14.06% 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 collecti