Transportation Operations Manager (24-144)

Location: Presque Isle,Maine,United States

Maine Department of Transportation  

Salary: $66,593.28 - $94,050.94 (per year) (Salary Schedule) *Salary includes a 16% stipend*

Office/Bureau: Maintenance & Operations - (Region 5 - Northern Maine)

Location: Presque Isle, ME 

Position Number:  02500-1756

Opening Date: October 28, 2024

Closing Date: November 12, 2024

Job Description:  

This is maintenance, repair, and reconstruction work of a managerial nature overseeing crews in the Northern Region. Work involves managing and overseeing the maintenance, operations, and construction activities within a region.

Work involves supervising and supporting crew supervisors in various aspects of highway, bridge, and equipment maintenance to assure that the transportation assets are managed and maintained in accordance with proper procedures. This work will also involve communication and coordination with county and town officials as delegated by superiors. Work is performed under limited supervision. 

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

A four (4) year combination of training, experience, and/or education in highway maintenance and/or construction.  1 year minimum supervisory experience is required.

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 – 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 and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

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