Role OverviewJoin MaineDOT as a Transportation Worker for a rewarding career full of advancement opportunities, career development, competitive pay, generous paid time off, terrific benefits, and much more! Transportation workers are on the front lines of roadwork, putting in long hours in all types of weather to make sure Mainers and their families are safe on our state's roads, bridges, and highways.
What You Will Do
A day in the life of a Transportation Worker changes with the seasons, meaning employees learn new skills and no two days are exactly the same. Responsibilities include working at a higher class as necessary and in accordance with required licenses and/or certification, obtaining and retaining a valid Class B State of Maine license during the initial six-month probationary period, and becoming a certified snow fighter within 12 months.
Why It Might Be a Fit
We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including work-life fit, wellness, health insurance coverage, dental insurance, retirement plan, and more. We aim to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Class C State of Maine license by first day of employment
- Obtain and retain a valid Class B State of Maine license during the initial six-month probationary period
- Ability to become a certified snow fighter within 12 months
- Ability to obtain flagger certification within a specified amount of time
Benefits
- 13 paid holidays
- 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually
- 12 days of sick leave annually
- Health insurance coverage (85%-95% of employee-only premiums paid by the State)
- Dental insurance (100% of employee-only premiums paid by the State)
- Retirement plan (equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS))
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