General Medical Labor

Job description 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:

$15.10

• $20.

64 To view the full salary range of this position, click here.

Office/Bureau:

Maintenance and Operations (Region 5

• Northern Maine)

Location:

Caribou, ME Opening Date:

May 26, 2026

Closing Date:

June 9, 2026

Job Description:

This position performs skilled and strenuous physical labor in support of highway maintenance, construction, and facility upkeep projects. Responsibilities include setting up and maintaining safe work zones, directing traffic through active construction areas, operating hand and power tools, digging trenches, clearing debris, and assisting with roadway and drainage maintenance. Employees also support grounds and building maintenance by mowing, snow removal, painting, and minor carpentry work, while ensuring vehicles and equipment are cleaned, fueled, lubricated, and properly maintained. Work is performed under close supervision with a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, and efficiency. Setting up traffic control devices and flagging traffic to protect workers and the traveling public Assisting with highway and construction projects through manual labor, material handling, and site preparation Operating hand tools, small equipment, and maintenance machinery safely and effectively Cleaning and maintaining roadsides, culverts, ditches, buildings, and grounds Inspecting and reporting maintenance needs for roads, bridges, signs, and equipment Recording field data, completing simple reports, and following project plans and specifications For this position candidates must meet the following experience criteria: Some positions may require a Maine Class C motor vehicle operator's license.

Application Instructions:

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

Telephone:

207-764-2216

Email:

monica.

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 ($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). Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note:

Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time. 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. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. Join Maine State Government and Make a Difference in Your Community If you're looking for a fulfilling career that allows you to serve the public and make a difference, consider working with Maine State Government! Our departments boast an array of professions, including attorneys, biologists, correctional officers, equipment operators, engineers, human resources professionals, information technology experts, law enforcement officers, nurses, park rangers, social workers, and transportation workers. Whether you're interested in finance or forestry, there's an opportunity for you to help make Maine an even better place to live.