Seasonal Transportation Worker - Road & Bridge Maintenance

State-of-Maine; Orland (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The Maine Department of Transportation is hiring Transportation Workers to help keep Maine moving from Orland to the rest of Region 4. This seasonal/full-time role offers progression, CDL training, snow fighter training, and time-off benefits.

You’ll work outdoors through all seasons and contribute to the safety of Maine’s roads and bridges. The position requires at least a high school diploma, the ability to obtain a Class B license within six months, and eligibility to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain and retain a Class B Maine license within six months of employment.
• State-required medical examination including a drug test.
• Shall obtain flagger certification within a specified time.
• Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or eligible visa holders.
• Able to become a certified snow fighter within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Keep roadways and bridges safe and functional through maintenance and operations duties.
• Perform road repairs, culvert work, and plowing as seasons require.
• Work long hours in various weather conditions as part of the MaineDOT team.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Class B license within 6 months

18 years of age

Drug test & medical examination

US citizen / eligible to work in the US

Flagger certification within a specific time

Job description

The Maine Department of Transportation is hiring Transportation Workers to help keep Maine moving from Orland to the rest of Region 4. This seasonal/full-time role offers progression, CDL training, snow fighter training, and time-off benefits.

You’ll work outdoors through all seasons and contribute to the safety of Maine’s roads and bridges. The position requires at least a high school diploma, the ability to obtain a Class B license within six months, and eligibility to work in the U.S.