Navigational Aides Assistant - 6329 - Richmond

Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry; Richmond (ME); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Gym membership reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Public Service Student Loan Forgive.-f

Parental leave

Deferred compensation

Job summary

The Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry in Richmond, Maine is seeking a full-time Navigational Aids Technician to assist in maintaining navigational aids in State waters and to support boat and trailer maintenance on various equipment. You will gain experience with GPS, GIS, and related databases while supporting inventory management and materials handling.

Responsibilities include Nav Aids maintenance, construction of floats when needed, and operating a truck with a trailer in

Qualifications

• Education and/or experience providing knowledge of boating operations, regulations, and maintenance.
• Experience with GPS and basic mechanical tasks is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, placement, and maintenance of navigational aids in State waters.
• Assist with boat and trailer maintenance on various equipment.
• Train in specialized databases and GIS.
• Gather inventory data and assist with securing materials and equipment.
• Perform Nav Aids building maintenance and improvements.
• Assist with construction of floats and related products when needed and approved.

Skills

Boating operations knowledge

GPS knowledge

Truck with trailer operation

Job description

Job Details

Opening Date: October 16, 2026

Closing Date: End of the day October 30, 2026

Location: Richmond

Position Number: 01720-6329

Position Type: Full Time/Year-Round

Class Code: 9236

Grade: 13 (Operations/Maintenance)

Salary: $17.12 - $22.66 Per Hour

Job Description

This position assists in the preparation, placement, and maintenance of navigational aids in State waters. This position will assist with boat and trailer maintenance on a variety of equipment, train in the use of specialized databases and GIS, gather inventory data and assist with securing material and equipment, perform Nav Aids building maintenance and improvements, and assist with the construction of floats and related products when needed and approved. Daily activities require a basic mechanical understanding, ability to drive a truck with a trailer, and knowledge of GPS, and small watercraft/trailer handling/repair.

For more information regarding the duties and responsibilities of this position, please contact Tim Thurston, Navigational Aids Supervisor, at: [phone].

Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or experience which provides a knowledge of boating operations, regulations, and maintenance.

Three references with address and telephone number must be provided and made available at the interview to include at least one work-related reference.

Any job offer to new hires is conditional upon verification of credentials, criminal records, and driver’s license check if applicable.

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Benefits

• 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 ($12,213.60-$14,369.04 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 ($365.28 annual value).


• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.06% 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 forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days 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.

Culture

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.

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

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.

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.