Transportation Crew Supervisor

Department of Transportation; Alfred (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

3+ weeks vacation leave

Health insurance coverage

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Maine Department of Transportation is seeking a supervisory maintenance professional in Alfred to oversee a crew engaged in highway, bridge, and heavy equipment maintenance and repair. You will plan, assign, supervise and inspect projects, manage records and budgets, and ensure safety practices under limited supervision.

The role requires a four-year combination of training, experience, and education with at least one year of lead worker experience, and state-specific licensing

Qualifications

• A four year combination of training, experience, and education in highway, bridge, and equipment repair and maintenance and/or construction including at least one year of lead worker experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, assign, supervise, and inspect a variety of maintenance projects.
• Keep administrative records and develop budgets and reports.
• Monitor materials and supplies and ensure proper safety precautions; perform with limited supervision.

Job description

Maine Department of Transportation Salary: Office/Bureau: Maintenance and Operations (Region 1 – Southern Maine) Location: Alfred Opening Date: 09/11/2026 Closing Date: 09/24/2026

Job Description

This is maintenance and personnel services work of a supervisory nature in overseeing a crew engaged in highway, bridge, and heavy equipment maintenance and repair work.

Responsibilities include planning, assigning, supervising, and inspecting a variety of maintenance projects; keeping administrative records and developing budgets and reports; and monitoring materials and supplies and use of proper safety precautions. Work is performed under limited supervision.

To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience: A four (4) year combination of training, experience, and education in highway, bridge, and equipment repair and maintenance and/or construction including at least one (1) year of lead worker experience.

Licensing/Registration/Certification Requirements

Valid Class C with the ability to obtain a Class A license within probationary period 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?

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 14.11% 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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Career Opportunities

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