Field Heavy Vehicle & Equipment Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Maine Department of Transportation seeks a skilled craftsperson for maintenance and repair of heavy equipment across a regional area. You will diagnose mechanical/electrical issues, perform testing, installation, and rebuilding tasks, often in field garages or on the road.

Role requires extensive hands-on experience with heavy vehicles, a Class B CDL with air endorsements, and relevant inspection licenses. Candidates must comply with state drug testing and licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience, education, and/or training in maintenance, repair, and/or rebuild of automotive/construction equipment.
• Two years with heavy vehicles/equipment and one year of independent work.
• Ability to receive, store and distribute parts and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and rebuild heavy vehicle, automotive, and construction equipment in the field.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems and perform skilled tasks in testing, installing, repairing, and/or fabricating parts.
• Operate with independence in field environments and under limited supervision.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Electrical diagnostics

Independent field work

Vehicle inspections

Job description

Maine Department of Transportation

Salary: New employees will start at $26.66 per hour (Step 6)Salary includes a 1% stipend

Office/Bureau: Maintenance and Operations (Region 2 - Midcoast Maine)

Location: Edgecomb, ME

Opening Date: September 9, 2026

Closing Date: September 22, 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.

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: Class B CDL with air endorsements and Class A & D inspection licenses. Some positions may also include Class E 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 Class C State 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.

Why join our team?

• 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 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.