Transportation Crew Leader - Contracts (25-104) - Agency Transfers Only

Location: Augusta,Maine,United States

Maine Department of Transportation  

Salary: $22.66 - $31.40 (per hour)  

Office/Bureau: Maintenance and Operations - Contracts                   

Location: Augusta, ME - MaineDOT Headquarters                  

Position Number:  02590-1124

Opening Date: April 29, 2025

Closing Date: May 13, 2025

***This position is open to Agency Transfers Only***

Job Description:  

This is a Transportation Crew Leader position in the Augusta M&O Contracts Group. This position prepares and administers non-complex, routine contracts needed to complete a wide range of maintenance work. The work involves reviewing contract paperwork and assisting with the contract award process, communicating with contractors, and scanning and electronically filing documents. Knowledge of construction practices and equipment, general contracting procedures, and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel are required. 

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).

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading any documentation. 

*If you require a paper application or have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email at jobs.DOT@maine.gov*

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 13.29% 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