Field Heavy Vehicle and Equipment Technician (MC-14-20)

Field Heavy Vehicle and Equipment Technician (MC-14-20)Edgecomb,Maine,United States| Maintenance & Operations| Full-timeApply by:Aug. 19, 2020Apply with LinkedinApplyMaine Department of Transportation Salary: $17.72 – $23.69 (hourly) New employees start at step 4 ($20.07) Job Code: 8305 Pay Grade: 19Office/Bureau: Maintenance and Operations (Region 2) Location: EdgecombPosition Number: 02590-0099 Bulletin No: MC-14-20Opening Date: August 5, 2020Closing Date: August 19, 2020Job Description: This is mechanical craft work focusing on the maintenance, repair, and rebuilding of heavy vehicle, automotive, and construction equipment, in the field within a specified region of the state. Work includes diagnosing mechanical and electrical problems, evaluating overall conditions, and performing skilled technical tasks in testing, installing, repairing, rebuilding, rewiring, replacing, and/or fabricating parts for a variety of heavy vehicle, automotive, and construction equipment. This position operates with a higher degree of independence in a field environment, requiring independent judgement pertaining to the maintenance, repair, and/or rebuilding of heavy vehicles, automotive, and construction equipment, on the road or in a field garage. Work is performed under limited supervision.To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:Four (4) years experience, education, and/or training in the maintenance, repair, and/or rebuild of automotive and/or construction equipment including two (2) years of experience working with heavy vehicle and construction equipment, one (1) year of related work performed independently, and experience which indicates the ability to receive, store, and distribute parts and/or supplies.Licensing/Registration/Certification Requirements:

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.

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 for general questions please contact: Melissa Labbe, Human Resources Specialist, 98 State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04333-0098. Telephone: 207.624.8201 Email: [email protected] Why join our team?Employment with the Department of Transportation and the State of Maine offers a competitive benefits package which include:

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings

Flexible Spending Accounts and Child Care reimbursement programs

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Living Resources (Employee Assistance Program)

12 Paid Holidays

Paid vacation, personal and sick leave

Statewide Locations

Exclusive Training

Educational Re-imbursement program

And much more!

Benefits: The value of State’s share of Employee’s Retirement Contribution: 18.91% of pay for confidential positions The value of State-paid Dental Insurance: $14.60 biweekly.The value of State-paid Health Insurance: 100% State Contribution = $470.99 biweekly / Employee pays nothing95% State Contribution = $447.44 biweekly / Employee pays: 5% = $23.55 biweekly90% State Contribution = $423.89 biweekly / Employee pays:10% = $47.10 biweekly85% State Contribution = $400.34 biweekly / Employee pays:15% = $70.65 biweeklyThe level of the actual value of state paid Health Insurance will be based on the employee's wage rate and status with regard to the health credit premium payment. To explore the cost of coverage for specific situations, please consult these tables.The Maine Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.