Transportation Crew Leader - Sign Shop

State of Maine; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Fit

Wellness days

Health Insurance Coverage

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

Job summary

The Maine Department of Transportation in Augusta seeks a Transportation Crew Leader to supervise the Sign Shop Crew. You will oversee production and maintenance tasks, manage sign-making software and large-format printing, and ensure accurate vector file handling for client projects.

You will also handle budgeting, records, and materials, while ensuring safety and MUTCD compliance. Occasional snow/ice support 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

• Oversee day-to-day operation of the Sign Shop Crew based in Augusta.
• Plan, assign, supervise and inspect production and maintenance projects.
• Manage operation of sign-making software and digital printing equipment.
• Review, manipulate, and prepare client vector files (.EPS) and print-ready PDFs for large-format printers.
• Maintain administrative records, budgets and reports; monitor materials and supplies.
• Order materials, handle billing for MaineDOT and external agencies; support MUTCD compliance.
• May assist with snow and ice control when needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Project planning

Budgeting

Sign software

Vector file handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Signmaking software

Digital printing equipment

Job description

Maine Department of Transportation

Salary :$23.68 - $32.81/Hourly

Office/Bureau :Maintenance and Operations - Highway Operations

Location :Augusta, ME

Opening Date: October 6, 2026

Closing Date: October 21, 2026

Job Description:

This is a Transportation Crew Leader position that will oversee the day-to-day operation of the Sign Shop Crew based out of our Industrial Drive, Augusta facility. This is maintenance and personal services work of a supervisory nature in overseeing a crew of Sign Manufacturers and Transportation Workers engaged in highway and other sign and decal design and manufacturing. Responsibilities include planning, assigning, supervising, and inspecting a variety of production and maintenance projects; managing the operation of specialized sign-making software and digital printing equipment; requiring the ability to review, manipulate, and prepare client-provided vector files (.EPS) and print-ready documents (.PDF) for large-format printer and plotters, keeping administrative records and developing budgets and reports; and monitoring materials and supplies and use of proper safety precautions. This position will participate in Work Plan development and stockpile management, will be responsible for ordering materials, taking in and assigning orders, handling the billing of multiple MaineDOT Bureaus as well as agencies outside of MaineDOT and should understand MUTCD requirements related to signs, sign manufacturing, sign assembly and repair and may also be required to support the local region with snow and ice control when needed. 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: (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.

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

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.

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.