Technician - Regional Program

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State..Maine Department of Transportation Salary: $52,788.32 - $74,065.68 per year ( Salary Schedule )
* Salary includes a 2.5% stipend
* Office/Bureau:
Project Development - Regional Program Opening Date :
October 13, 2026

Closing Date:
October 27, 2026

Job Description:

This Technician position will perform a variety of difficult and moderately complex technical engineering functions in support of the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure in the field and the office in an independent manner for the Regional Program.

Supervision may be exercised over subordinate semi-skilled personnel performing construction inspection. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Project Manager.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Act as an inspector by inspecting, verifying, measuring, and documenting the work performed by private Contractors This position may be required to work as a Chief Inspector or Resident on active construction projects.

Monitor and enforce the contractor’s Traffic Control Plan, Soil Erosion Water Pollution Control Plan, and Quality Control Plans.

Perform high-quality sampling and testing of construction materials

Assure that work inspected meets the standard specifications and contract requirements and is tested as per policy and meets expected quality.

Detail, design, and estimate quantities for pavement preservation or rehabilitation projects.

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

Education, training, and/or experience in engineering, a technical field, or another related area demonstrating competency in reviewing technical plans, drafting diagrams and reports, collecting data, and analyzing datasets for trends.

Application 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 have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at  or via email Why join our team?

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 ($358.08 annual value).Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of…