Technician - Regional Program

State of Maine; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 53,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

13 paid holidays

3+ weeks vacation leave

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Maine Department of Transportation in Maine seeks a Technician to support the Regional Program in field and office settings. The role performs technical engineering functions related to construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure, with independence under the Project Manager.

Responsibilities include inspecting work by private contractors, possible Chief Inspector duties, and ensuring compliance with Traffic Control Plans, erosion controls, and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Education, training, and/or experience in engineering, a technical field, or another related area demonstrating competency in reviewing technical plans, drafting diagrams and reports, collecting data, and analyzing datasets for trends.

Responsibilities

• Act as an inspector by inspecting, verifying, measuring, and documenting the work performed by private Contractors
• This position may be required to work as a Chief Inspector or Resident on active construction projects.
• Monitor and enforce the contractor’s Traffic Control Plan, Soil Erosion Water Pollution Control Plan, and Quality Control Plans.
• Perform high-quality sampling and testing of construction materials
• Assure that work inspected meets the standard specifications and contract requirements and is tested as per policy and meets expected quality.
• Detail, design, and estimate quantities for pavement preservation or rehabilitation projects.

Skills

Inspection

Data analysis

Field engineering

Education

Engineering or technical field

Job description

Maine Department of Transportation

Salary: $52,788.32 - $74,065.68 per year (Salary Schedule)

*Salary includes a 2.5% stipend*

Office/Bureau: Project Development - Regional Program

Opening Date : October 13, 2026

Closing Date: October 27, 2026

Job Description:

This Technician position will perform a variety of difficult and moderately complex technical engineering functions in support of the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure in the field and the office in an independent manner for the Regional Program.

Supervision may be exercised over subordinate semi-skilled personnel performing construction inspection. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Project Manager.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Act as an inspector by inspecting, verifying, measuring, and documenting the work performed by private Contractors
• This position may be required to work as a Chief Inspector or Resident on active construction projects.
• Monitor and enforce the contractor’s Traffic Control Plan, Soil Erosion Water Pollution Control Plan, and Quality Control Plans.
• Perform high-quality sampling and testing of construction materials
• Assure that work inspected meets the standard specifications and contract requirements and is tested as per policy and meets expected quality.
• Detail, design, and estimate quantities for pavement preservation or rehabilitation projects.

To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence ofthe following experience:

Education, training, and/or experience in engineering, a technical field, or another related area demonstrating competency in reviewing technical plans, drafting diagrams and reports, collecting data, and analyzing datasets for trends.

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 ($358.08 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.*

*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.*

If you have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email at [e-mail]