Welder/Fabricator (FL-04-25)

Location: Augusta,Maine,United States

Maine Department of Transportation  

Salary: New employees will start at $25.39 per hour (Step 6)

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Office/Bureau: Maintenance and Operations (Fleet Services)         

Location: Augusta, ME - Fleet Services Headquarters

Position Number: Multiple Positions Available 

Opening Date: March 20, 2025

Closing Date: April 3, 2025

Job Description:  

This is structure and craft work in welding and the fabrication, modification, maintenance and repair of a variety of metal objects, fixtures, heavy vehicles/equipment,  and industrial scale equipment associated with construction related jobs. Work involves construction design, assembly, repair, and maintenance of a variety of metal materials and equipment. Duties include fabricating structures from blueprints and sketches, operating heavy vehicles and construction equipment, and providing oversight to others engaged in performing welding duties. Work is performed under general supervision. Preference will be given to individuals who possess welding/fabrication experience on heavy construction vehicles.

To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:

Two (2) years experience, education, and/or training in welding, metal fabrication, and/or related field which provides a basic knowledge of metallurgical science, blueprint interpretation, programing and operation of computer-controlled machines, welding techniques, and joining methods.

Licensing/Registration/Certification Requirements:

• Must obtain a State of Maine Class B CDL with air endorsements and pass the MaineDOT Welder Certification as a condition of successfully completing probation.

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 have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email at jobs.DOT@maine.gov

Contact Information:

Traci Dean, Human Resources Generalist, 66 Industrial Drive, Augusta, Maine 04333. Telephone: 207-624-3070 Email:traci.l.dean@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 E