Field Heavy Vehicle & Equipment Technician

Department of Transportation; Edgecomb (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Job summary

The Maine Department of Transportation is seeking candidates for a field-based mechanical craft role in Edgecomb, ME. You will maintain, repair, and rebuild heavy equipment, diagnose issues, and perform skilled technical tasks in testing and installing parts in on-road or field garage settings.

Qualified applicants should have at least four years of related experience, plus two years on heavy equipment and one year of independent work.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in maintenance, repair, and/or rebuild of automotive/construction equipment.
• Two years on heavy vehicle and construction equipment.
• One year independently performing related tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and rebuild heavy vehicle, automotive, and construction equipment within a region.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems and evaluate overall condition.
• Perform testing, installing, repairing, rewiring, replacing, and fabricating parts as needed.

Education

CDL with air endorsements & A&D inspection licenses

Job description

We are currently accepting applicants for internal State of Maine employees through the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.

Salary

Maine Department of Transportation Salary: New employees will start at $26.66 per hour (Step6). Salary includes a 1% stipend.

Position Details

Location: Edgecomb, ME. Opening Date: September29,2026. Closing Date: October13,2026.

Job Description

This is mechanical craft work focusing on the maintenance, repair, and rebuilding of heavy vehicle, automotive, and construction equipment, in the field within a specified region of the state. Work includes diagnosing mechanical and electrical problems, evaluating overall conditions, and performing skilled technical tasks in testing, installing, repairing, rebuilding, rewiring, replacing, and/or fabricating parts for a variety of heavy vehicle, automotive, and construction equipment. This position operates with a higher degree of independence in a field environment, requiring independent judgement pertaining to the maintenance, repair, and/or rebuilding of heavy vehicles, automotive, and construction equipment, on the road or in a field garage. Work is performed under limited supervision.

Qualifications

To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience: Four (4) years experience, education, and/or training in the maintenance, repair, and/or rebuild of automotive and/or construction equipment including two (2) years of experience working with heavy vehicle and construction equipment, one (1) year of related work performed independently, and experience which indicates the ability to receive, store, and distribute parts and/or supplies.

Licensing / Registration / Certification Requirements

ClassBCDL with air endorsements and ClassA&D inspection licenses. Some positions may also include ClassE inspection license requirement. (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class (probation) Pass State paid Medical examination that includes a drug test and the Department’s Respirator fit test and the driver examination and road test for the assigned equipment. Must have a valid ClassCState of Maine license by first day of employment. 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 Assistance

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.

Contact Information

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: Melissa Labbe, Human Resources Specialist, 98 State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04333-0098. Telephone: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

Why Join Our Team?

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.
• 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 collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than fulltime.

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.

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion

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.

Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.