Field Heavy Vehicle & Equipment Technician

State of Maine; Guilford (ME); On-site; USD 64,933,000 - 87,851,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

3+ weeks vacation leave

Health insurance coverage

Retirement plan

Sick leave (12 days)

Job summary

State of Maine is seeking a mechanical craft worker for Maintenance and Operations (Region 4 - Eastern Maine) in Guilford, ME. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing heavy equipment in the field, with independent judgment and region-wide responsibilities.

Requirements include extensive hands-on experience with heavy machinery, valid CDL licenses, and the ability to manage parts and on-site tasks. The position offers a substantial benefits package and state employment stability.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years experience in the maintenance, repair, and/or rebuild of automotive and/or construction equipment.
• Two (2) years experience with heavy vehicle and construction equipment.
• One (1) year of related work performed independently.
• Experience which indicates ability to receive, store, and distribute parts and/or supplies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and rebuild heavy vehicle, automotive, and construction equipment in the field.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems and evaluate conditions.
• Test, install, repair, rebuild, rewire, replace, and fabricate parts as needed.
• Operate with independence in field or mobile service environments.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Diagnostic skills

Independent judgment

Parts management

Tools

CDL Class B with air endorsements

Class A inspection license

Class D inspection license

Class E inspection license

Job description

Office/Bureau: Maintenance and Operations (Region 4 - Eastern Maine)

Location: Guilford, ME

Opening Date: September 17, 2026

Closing Date: September 30, 2026

Salary: New employees will start at $26.66 per hour (Step 6)Salary includes a 1% stipendTo view the full salary range of this position, click here.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

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?

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).

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

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.