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Department of Transportation
Salary: New employees will start at $19.81 per hour (Step 4)
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Office/Bureau: Maintenance and Operations
Location: Augusta, ME
Opening Date: April 13 , 2026
Closing Date: April 28, 2026
Job Description:
This is a split Transportation Worker position. This Position will serve on an Augusta based Striping/Stencil Crew in summer responsible for painting pavement markings. Summer work involves 10-12 hour days of statewide striping and stenciling paint work with an occasional overnight stay away. The use and preventative maintenance of hand power tools and related heavy equipment to perform assigned duties and will also serve on the North Augusta Maintenance Crew out of Region 2 in winter. In winter the responsibilities of this position will align with other Region 2 Transportation Worker duties and will include plowing snow and responding to emergencies typical to MaineDOT's normal operations. Winter work also includes the use and preventative maintenance of hand power tools and related heavy equipment to perform assigned duties and may require long hours of work. The incumbent must be able to be reached by landline/cell phone during off-duty hours in case of emergency or unscheduled work and must live within a reasonable distance from winter headquarters. Work is performed under direct supervision. Preference will be given to applicants with construction and maintenance experience.
For this position candidates must meet the following experience criteria:
- Must be 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Required to work at a higher class as necessary and in accordance with required licenses and/or certification
Licensing/Registration/Certification Requirements:- State-paid Medical examination that includes:
- a drug test
- Department's Respirator fit test
- Class C State of Maine license by first day of employment.
- Shall obtain and retain a valid Class B State of Maine license during the initial six-month probationary period.
- Ability to become a certified snow fighter within 12 months.
- Ability to obtain flagger certification within a specified amount of time.
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: Holly Harris, Human Resources Specialist, 24 Child Street, Augusta, Maine 04330. Telephone: 207-592-2587 Email: holly.j.harris@maine.gov
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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).