Transportation Crew Leader

Department of Transportation; Houlton (ME); On-site; USD 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

3+ weeks vacation leave

Health Insurance Coverage

Dental Insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Maine Department of Transportation in Houlton, ME, is seeking a supervisory craftworker to maintain, repair, and rebuild heavy equipment. The role includes diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues and directing repairs, with duties performed under limited supervision.

Qualifications include a two-year mix of relevant experience or education, plus at least one year in a lead role and a high school diploma or equivalent. Valid licensing and certifications may be required.

Qualifications

• Two-year combination of experience, or education in highway/bridge construction, fleet equipment repair, or transportation related maintenance including at least one year of lead worker experience.
• Must possess the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities noted above with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Required to work at a higher class as necessary and in accordance with required licenses and/or certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform supervisory craftwork for maintenance, repair, and rebuilding of heavy vehicle, automotive, and construction equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems and direct repairs.
• Work under limited supervision and coordinate with the team to ensure timely maintenance.

Skills

Lead worker experience

Diagnosing mechanical problems

Supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.

Maine Department of Transportation Salary: $22.66 - $31.40/Hourly

Office/Bureau: Maintenance and Operations/Fleet (Region 5 - Northern Maine)

Location: Houlton ME

Opening Date: September 18, 2026

Closing Date: October 2, 2026

Job Description

This is structure craftwork of a supervisory nature that may involve the maintenance, repair, and rebuild of heavy vehicle, automotive, and construction equipment. Work may include diagnosing mechanical and electrical problems, evaluating overall condition, and directing and assigning the repair of heavy vehicle, automotive, and construction equipment. Work is performed under limited supervision.

To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience: Two-year combination of experience, or education in highway/bridge construction, fleet equipment repair, or transportation related maintenance including at least one year of lead worker experience. Must possess the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities noted above with a high school diploma or equivalent. Required to work at a higher class as necessary and in accordance with required licenses and/or certifications.

Licensing/Registration/Certification Requirements

Valid Class A motor vehicle license as issued by the State of Maine and completion of the 30 hour OSHA Safety course in construction (20 CFR Part 1926). 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.

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 ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 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.
• 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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 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.

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