Transportation Crew Leader - Anticipated Vacancy

MaineGuide; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Vacation leave (3+ weeks)

Health insurance coverage

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Maine Department of Transportation in Fort Fairfield, ME, seeks a supervisory maintenance lead to direct crews on highway, bridge, traffic, maintenance and construction projects. The position may operate heavy motorized equipment and work is performed under limited supervision.

Minimal qualifications include a two-year combination of highway/bridge construction experience or related maintenance, a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Class A license, and completion of the 30‑hour OSHA

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.
• 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).

Responsibilities

• This is supervisory work that directs the work of crews engaged in highway maintenance and construction.
• The position may operate heavy motorized equipment under limited supervision.

Skills

Lead worker experience

Highway/bridge construction

Fleet equipment repair

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maine Department of Transportation

Salary:$23.68 - $32.81/Hourly

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

Location: Fort Fairfield (W) / Herbicide Crew (S), ME

Opening Date: November 9, 2026

Closing Date: November 24, 2026

Job Description:
This is supervisory work that supports bridge, highway, traffic, maintenance and construction projects.The person in the position is responsible for directing the work of crews engaged in highway maintenance and construction work. The position may operate heavy motorized equipment. Work is performed under limited supervision.

To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence ofthe 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: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class).
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 pays85%-95%of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$13,650.48annual 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 ($365.28annual 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.

Thinking about applying?

Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.

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