Transportation Crew Leader (ER-17-24) Anticipated Vacancy

Location: Hancock,Maine,United States

Maine Department of Transportation  

Salary: $22.00 - $29.31/Hourly    

Office/Bureau: Maintenance and Operations (Region 4 - Eastern Maine)                     

Location: Hancock, ME           

Position Number:  02590-0112

Opening Date: May 23, 2024

Closing Date: June 7, 2024

Job Description:  

This is supervisory work that supports bridge, highway, traffic, maintenance and construction projects. The person in the position is responsible for directing the work of crews engaged in highway maintenance and construction work. The position may operate heavy motorized equipment. Work is performed under limited supervision.

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 atjobs.DOT@maine.gov*

Contact Information:

Lindsey Patchell, Human Resources Specialist, 219 Hogan Road, Bangor, ME 04401. Telephone: 207-561-5555 Email: lindsey.patchell@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%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 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 ($350.40 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.41% 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 part-time employment.

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