Field Heavy Vehicle​/Equipment Tech

Internal Application Information

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Salary: $21.41 - $29.68 (includes a 1% stipend)
Opening Date: June 17, 2026 Closing Date: July 2, 2026

Office/Bureau:
Maintenance and Operations (Region 4 - Eastern Maine)

Location:

Bangor, ME

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.

Candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:

• Four years of experience, education, and/or training in the maintenance, repair, and/or rebuild of automotive and/or construction equipment including two years of experience working with heavy vehicle and construction equipment.
• One year of related work performed independently.
• Experience which indicates the ability to receive, store, and distribute parts and/or supplies.

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

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 CDL's.

Interested applicants should 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.

For general questions please contact:
Maine Department of Transportation, Attn:
Lindsey Patchell, Human Resources Specialist, 219 Hogan Road, Bangor, ME 04401. Telephone:
Email: lindsey.patchell

• Work‑Life Fit: 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: 12 days of sick leave annually.
• Health Insurance Coverage: The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 – $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary.
• Dental Insurance: The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).
• Retirement Plan: The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee’s pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you’re looking for a great next step and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.