Transportation Crew Supervisor Fleet - Anticipated Vacancy

Department of Transportation; Caribou (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine Department of Transportation in Caribou, ME is seeking an experienced supervisor for a crew handling heavy-duty trucks and equipment maintenance, snow fighting, and related construction tasks.

You will plan, assign, and inspect maintenance projects, manage records and budgets, and monitor materials with emphasis on safety. Licenses and leadership experience are required for this role.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Maintain administrative records and develop budgets and reports.
• Monitor materials and supplies and ensure safety practices.

Skills

Lead worker

Planning & supervision

Budgeting

Computer literacy

Education

Four-year combination in highway/maintenance

Tools

Diagnostic software

Maintenance scheduling software

Job description

Salary and Working Conditions

Maine Department of Transportation Salary: $25.71 - $36.32 (per hour)

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

Location: Caribou, ME - Fleet Garage

Opening Date: November 9, 2026

Closing Date: November 24, 2026

Job Description

This is maintenance and personal services work of a supervisory nature in overseeing a crew engaged in modification, maintenance, and repair of a variety of heavy-duty trucks and equipment associated with snow fighting and other construction-related jobs.

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

The ideal candidate will have experience with and knowledge of heavy-duty vehicles and equipment maintenance schedules and repairs, be highly organized and proficient with computers which includes diagnostic software.

State of Maine inspection licenses A, D, & T preferred.

Qualifications

• 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 Us

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 ($365.28 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Note: reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.