Field Heavy Vehicle & Equipment Technician

Department of Transportation; United States; Vor Ort; USD 54.000 - 61.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

13 paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Health insurance coverage

Retirement plan

Zusammenfassung

Maine Department of Transportation in Guilford, ME is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to inspect, diagnose, repair, and rebuild heavy vehicles and construction equipment in field and shop settings. The role emphasizes independent judgment and the ability to work across diverse equipment types.

The position requires Class B CDL with air endorsements and other inspection licenses. State benefits include substantial paid leave, health insurance, and retirement contributions; the role

Qualifikationen

• Four (4) years experience in the maintenance, repair, and/or rebuild of automotive and/or construction equipment, including two (2) years with heavy equipment.
• One (1) year of related work performed independently, and experience receiving, storing, and distributing parts and/or supplies.

Aufgaben

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems on heavy equipment in field or shop settings.
• Perform testing, installing, repairing, rebuilding, rewiring, and fabricating parts as required.
• Operate with a higher degree of independence in a field environment under limited supervision.

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

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

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

Location: Guilford, ME

Opening Date: October 14, 2026

Closing Date: October 28, 2026

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.

For general questions please contact: Maine Department of Transportation, Attn: Matt Higgins, Human Resources Manager, 219 Hogan Road, Bangor, ME 04401. Telephone: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

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%.
• 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.

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