Technician (22-11)

Maine Department of Transportation  

Salary: $39,457.60 - $53,102.40 / annually   Job Code: 6425  Pay Grade: 21 (Professional/Technical)

Office/Bureau: Project Development - Multimodal          Location: Augusta

Position Number:  02500-0058                                Bulletin No:   22-11

Opening Date: January 26, 2022

Closing Date: February 9, 2022

Job Description:  

This is technical services work in performing difficult and moderately complex engineering duties in a variety of field and office engineering specialties. Position will function as the Department's Inspector or Resident (on simple projects), as assigned, on a variety of Multimodal Program projects. Project scopes will vary and may include traffic/signal improvement projects, roadway lighting, railroad facilities improvements, and marine/port facility construction. Duties include assisting the Construction Manager and Project Managers with problem solving as they relate to the design and construction of assigned projects. Project specific duties will include construction layout verification and inspection and documentation of work activities to ensure Contractor compliance with Maine DOT project plans, specifications, and details. Additional duties include assisting in the preliminary engineering phase of projects within the Program, such as plan development & checking, estimating quantities, plan constructability review, and construction contract book review. Supervision is exercised over subordinate technical personnel performing moderately complex tasks. Work is performed under limited supervision.

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 at jobs.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 Balance – 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 ($9,893.52-$11,057.52 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.  

• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements. 

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value). 

• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 13.16% for MSEA positions and 17.96% for Confidential positons, of employee’s pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense. 
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses. 
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office. 
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program. 

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.  
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions. 
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. 

Maine State Government is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.