Transportation Crew Leader (FL-02-25) AGENCY ONLY

Location: Augusta,Maine,United States

Maine Department of Transportation  

Salary: $22.66 - $31.40 (per hour)  

Office/Bureau: Maintenance and Operations (Fleet Services)                     

Location: Augusta, ME - Fleet Services Headquarters           

Position Number:  02590-0986

Opening Date: February 24, 2025

Closing Date: March 10, 2025

***This position is open to current MaineDOT employees only***

Job Description:  

This is maintenance and personal services work of a supervisory nature in overseeing a crew of welder/fabricators engaged in structure and craft work in welding and the fabrication, modification, maintenance, and repair of a variety of metal objects, fixtures, and heavy duty trucks and equipment associated with construction-related jobs. Responsibilities include training & developing staff, supervising work, inspecting a variety of maintenance projects, maintaining shop equipment and troubleshooting repairs; keeping administrative records and working with the Fabrication Shop Supervisor on developing budgets and reports; and monitoring labor, materials and supplies and use of proper safely precautions.  Preference will be given to those with applicable job knowledge and experience performing welding/fabrication on heavy duty trucks and construction equipment.

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 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 and balanced.

• 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).