Transportation Crew Supervisor - Contracts (24-155)

Location: Augusta,Maine,United States

Maine Department of Transportation  

Salary: $24.60 - $34.76 (per hour)                  

Office/Bureau: Maintenance and Operations - Contracts   

Location: Augusta, ME - MaineDOT Headquarters          

Position Number:  02590-0117

Opening Date: November 26, 2024

Closing Date: December 12, 2024

Job Description:  

This position includes maintenance and personal services work of a supervisory nature in M&O's contract section that creates, reviews, revises, and assembles bid documents for service and equipment contracts to meet the specific needs of each region. The position coordinates with contractors, suppliers, and Department employees and provides contract process assistance and information; Supervises Contract Crew Leaders and provides guidance and education in the development and assembly of bid documents relating to state M&O service and equipment contracts. The position also assists in administering the Contracts TCL Hands-On Training Pilot Program; works with the Contracts Transportation Operations Manager to accomplish the requirements set by the M&O Contract Manager; works within the Department's financial system to process pay, and reconcile invoices to include Trnsport, CAS, AWP, Free2000 TRACS, Free2000 FINESS, MATS, Dashboard, and Projex. The applicant shall be efficient in Adobe, Microsoft Word and Excel.

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).

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications. 

*If you require a paper application or for 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, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• 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 additi