Transportation Worker I (Fleet Services)

maine; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine Department of Transportation seeks personnel for the Fleet Services Yard Crew in Augusta, ME. You will perform maintenance and repair on vehicles, equipment, and related infrastructure, using hand tools and heavy equipment under direct supervision.

Position requires CDL with Haz-Mat endorsement within 12 months, ability to work long hours in challenging conditions, and progression to higher classes as needed. State benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Licensing/Certification: CDL class requirements, Haz-Mat endorsement may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair work on vehicles, equipment, buildings, and related infrastructure.
• Operate hand tools and power equipment as part of daily duties.
• Work long hours in adverse conditions under supervision.
• Obtain and maintain required licenses within specified timeframes.

Skills

Ability to work long hours

Basic hand tools operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Class C license

Class B license

Haz-Mat endorsement

CDL (commercial driver's license)

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: New employees will start at $22.33* per hour (Step 4) *This includes a 20% stipend

To view the full salary range of this position

Office/Bureau: Maintenance and Operations (Fleet Services)

Location: Augusta, ME - Fleet Garage

Opening Date: October 5, 2026

Closing Date: October 20, 2026

Job Description:

This is general transportation infrastructure maintenance work within the Yard Crew at Fleet Services headquarters, involving construction, repair, and maintenance of vehicles, equipment, buildings, bridges, grounds, roadways and/or other applicable infrastructure. Work includes the use of hand power tools and related heavy equipment to perform assigned duties. These positions require long hours of work under adverse conditions. Positions in this crew must have the ability to obtain a Class A CDL with Haz-Mat endorsement. Work is performed under direct supervision.

For this position candidates must meet the following experience criteria :

• Must be 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Required to work at a higher class as necessary and in accordance with required licenses and/or certification
• Licensing/Registration/Certification Requirements:
  • State-paid Medical examination that includes: a drug test
  • Department's Respirator fit test
• Class C State of Maine license by first day of employment.
• Shall obtain and retain a valid Class B State of Maine license during the initial six-month probationary period.
• Ability to become a certified snow fighter within 12 months.
• Ability to obtain flagger certification within a specified amount of time.

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 ($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.

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 awarenes