Technician - Field Testing (24-169)

Location: Freeport,Maine,United States

Maine Department of Transportation  

Salary: $21.54 - $30.14 per hour (Salary Schedule) 

Office/Bureau: Project Development - Materials Testing & Exploration

Location: Freeport, ME 

Position Number:  02500-1195    

Opening Date: January 6, 2025

Closing Date: January 21, 2025

Job Description:  

This Technician position will be performing difficult and moderately complex engineering duties in construction materials testing in our Materials Testing & Exploration Section. This position will be working with a small team Statewide performing field sampling & testing of construction materials as well as inspection of HMA and PCC production facilities. Providing direction and training to subordinate semi-skilled personnel performing testing activities may be required. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Quality Assurance Engineer. 

Typical responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: 

• Performing high quality sampling and testing of construction materials in accordance with AASHTO, ASTM, and MaineDOT procedures, as trained and directed.
• Performing routine maintenance and calibration of sampling and testing equipment.
• Standing for long hours, regularly handling and manipulating heavy material samples without assistance, and traveling to ongoing construction projects material sources and production facilities.
• Working safely with power tools, sampling and testing equipment, and when handling samples, being sure to follow all safety requirements.

Prior sampling and testing experience and Certification with NETTCP as a Soils & Aggregate inspector, HMA Plant Technician, and either NETTCP PCC technician or ACI field testing is desired. Candidates without certifications will be developed with the expectation of becoming certified within 2 years of hire. 

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

Five (5) years of experience in engineering –OR- an Associate Degree in Engineering or a related technical field and three (3) years of experience in engineering -OR- a Bachelors Degree in Engineering or a related technical field and one (1) year of experience in engineering.  

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 atjobs.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 – T