Assistant Technician - Testing Laboratory

Overview

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Maine Department of Transportation

Office/Bureau: Project Development - Materials Testing & Exploration

Salary: $18.13 - $24.88 per hour (Salary Schedule).
Salary includes a 2.5% stipend

Opening Date: February 5, 2026

Closing Date: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

This Assistant Technician position will perform difficult and moderately complex engineering duties in a construction materials testing laboratory in our Materials Testing & Exploration Section. This position will work with a small team in Bangor performing testing of Soils and Aggregate at the Maine

DOT Central Laboratory. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate semi-skilled personnel performing testing activities. Work is performed under general supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor.

• Performing high quality testing of soils and aggregate in precise accordance with AASHTO, ASTM, and Maine
  
  DOT procedures as trained and directed.
• Performing routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory testing equipment.
• Stand for long hours, regularly handling and manipulating heavy material samples without assistance.
• Work safely with power tools, testing equipment, and when handling samples, following all safety requirements.

Prior testing experience and Certification with NETTCP as a Soils & Aggregate Laboratory Technician is desired. Candidates without certification will be developed with the expectation of becoming certified within 2 years of hire.

To be minimally qualified for this position, candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:

• Three (3) years of experience in engineering or a related technical field – OR – an Associate Degree in Engineering or a related technical field and one (1) year of experience in engineering.

Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button and uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications.

If you have general questions, please contact Maine

DOT Human Resources at  or via email

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 offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Work-Life Fit – 13 paid holidays, 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually; vacation accrual increases with years of service; overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Wellness – 12 days of sick leave annually.
• Health Insurance Coverage – State pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums.
• Dental Insurance – State pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums.
• Retirement Plan – State contributes about 14.11% of the employee's pay towards Maine
  
  PERS.

State employees are eligible for an extensive benefits package.

Note:

Benefits may vary according to collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for part-time.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and inclusion. We are committed to an inclusive environment for applicants of all backgrounds.

Note:

There is no requirement beyond meeting the qualifications. If you’re reading this and hesitant to apply, we encourage you to apply and share how your lived experience and passion set you apart.

If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening. They will assist with an alternative submission method.