Heavy Equipment Operator

Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center in Maine is seeking a machine and trades worker to operate, fuel, and perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment such as cranes, conveyors, shovels, and loaders mounted on trucks. General supervision applies to daily tasks and safety protocols.

The role involves hauling freight, applying oils/asphalt, loading with crane attachments, fueling, basic repairs, and supporting mechanics to restore service quickly.

Qualifications

• Possession of the above knowledges and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Operates light and medium duty trucks to haul freight, gravel, snow, and other material from one location to another or to perform tasks such as plowing snow.
• Fills tank with material and operates equipment in order to apply oils, asphalt, and tars to roadways and parking areas.
• Operates truck mounted winches and cranes in order to load and unload material.
• Fills fuel tanks, adds lubricating oils and completes various other tasks in order to maintain equipment in good order.
• Repairs or assists mechanic in repairing assigned equipment in order to restore it to service as quickly as possible.

Job description

Opening Date: September 1, 2026 Closing Date: October 30, 2026 Job Class Code: 6542 Grade: 11 Salary: $16.38 - $20.82/hr. This is inclusive of a .60¢/hr. institutional stipend Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Job Overview

This is machine and trades work. Responsibilities include operating, fueling, and performing routine maintenance on assigned vehicles and devices such as cranes, conveyors, shovels, and loaders mounted thereon. Work is performed under general supervision.

Job Duties

Operates light and medium duty trucks in order to haul freight, gravel, snow, and other material from one location to another or to perform tasks such as plowing snow. Fills tank with material and operates equipment in order to apply oils, asphalt, and tars to roadways and parking areas. Operates truck mounted winches and cranes in order to load and unload material. Fills fuel tanks, adds lubricating oils and completes various other tasks in order to maintain equipment in good order. Repairs or assists mechanic in repairing assigned equipment in order to restore it to service as quickly as possible.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of the above knowledges and abilities.

Agency Information

Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center (DDPC) is a 69-bed psychiatric hospital serving the entire State of Maine that provides services for people with severe mental illness. As a member of a statewide community of care givers, DDPC collaborates with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, their community and personal supports, to provide recovery-oriented, respectful, compassionate, and effective psychiatric care and treatment in the least restrictive, safest, and most therapeutic environment we can create. The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

Benefits

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. Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,150.80-$11,942.16 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 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 ($350.40 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 13.16% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Equal Opportunity and 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.