Heavy Vehicle & Equipment Technician

United States·Cariboumid

OperationsMaintenance Technician

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Class B CDL with air endorsements and Class A & D inspection licenses. Some positions may also include Class E inspection license requirement.

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OperationsMaintenance Technician

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This position involves mechanical craft work focusing on the maintenance, repair, and rebuilding of heavy vehicle, automotive, and construction equipment. Work includes diagnosing mechanical and electrical problems, evaluating overall conditions, and performing skilled technical tasks in testing, installing, repairing, rebuilding, rewiring, replacing, and fabricating parts for the maintenance, repairs, and rebuild of a variety of heavy vehicles, including automotive, and construction equipment. This position may entail limited time spent working on light automotive equipment. Work is performed under general supervision.

Education, training, and/or experience in automotive, heavy vehicle, and/or construction equipment maintenance, repair, and diagnosis or another closely related mechanical field demonstrating competency in overhauling and rebuilding vehicles and heavy equipment; identifying and correcting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and computerized system problems; and using specialized tools, equipment, and repair methods.

Requirements

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Class B CDL with air endorsements and Class A & D inspection licenses. Some positions may also include Class E inspection license requirement. (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class (probation))
Pass State paid Medical examination that includes a drug test and the Department’s Respirator fit test and the driver examination and road test for the assigned equipment.
Must have a valid Class C State of Maine license by first day of employment.

Under federal law, only U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or H-2A, H-2B, or E-2 visa holders will be eligible for new or renewed CDLs.

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.

For general questions or for Current MaineDOT employees in the Transportation Worker series who wish to be considered for a transfer and must complete and submit a Transportation Worker Reassignment Form indicating your interest please contact: Maine Department of Transportation, Attn: Monica Yeater, Human Resources Specialist, 41 Rice St, Presque Isle, ME 04769. Telephone: 207-764-2216 Email: Monica.Yeater@maine.gov

What We Offer

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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 ($12,213.60-$13,650.48 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 up to 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 ($365.28 annual value).

✓Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.06% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).

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