Heavy Equipment Operator

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DESCRIPTION: This is machine and trades work in operating motor-driven wheel and track mounted equipment which requires no higher than a Class B license for operation on a public highway. Responsibilities include operating fueling and performing routine maintenance on assigned vehicles and devices such as cranes conveyors shovels and loaders mounted thereon. Work is performed under general supervision. REPRESENTATIVETASKS: Operates light and medium duty trucks in order to haul freight gravel snow and other material from one location to another or to perform tasks such as plowing snow. Fills tank with material and operates equipment in order to apply oils asphalt and tars to roadways and parking areas. Operates truck mounted winches and cranes in order to load and unload material. Fills fuel tanks adds lubricating oils and completes various other tasks in order to maintain equipment in good order. Repairs or assists mechanic in repairing assigned equipment in order to restore it to service as quickly as possible. KNOWLEDGESSKILLSANDABILITIESREQUIRED: Knowledge of the operation maintenance and use of assigned heavy motor equipment and attached devices. Knowledge of state laws pertaining to the operation of motor vehicles upon the highway. Knowledge of occupational hazards involved and safety precautions necessary in the operation of assigned heavy motor driven equipment. Ability to perform routine maintenance and repair on assigned equipment. Ability to supervise a small crew in maintenance and operational activities. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to work long hours operating heavy equipment in adverse weather conditions. MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS: Possession of the above knowledges and abilities. LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATIONREQUIREMENTS: A valid Maine Class B motor vehicle operators license may be required depending on equipment to be operated and the circumstances of its use. Operators of off-the-road vehicles do not need a Class B license.

Agency information:

Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center (DDPC)is a 69-bed psychiatric hospital serving the entire State of Maine that provides services for people with severe mental illness. As a member of a statewide community of care givers DDPC collaborates with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness their community and personal supports to provide recovery-oriented respectful compassionate and effective psychiatric care and treatment in the least restrictive safest and most therapeutic environment we can create.

TheDepartment of Health and Human Services (DHHS)is dedicated to promoting health safety resilience and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the States population including children families older Mainers and individuals with disabilities mental illness and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health operates two state psychiatric hospitals and provides oversight to health care providers.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

For additional information about this position please contact Jennifer Iverson at or email.

To apply please upload a resume and cover letter. To request a paper application please contact Theresa Peppard at

BENEFITS

No matter where you work across Maine state government you find employees who embody our state mottoDirigo or I leadas they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforces health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package including:

• Work-Life Balance Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidays12 days of sick leave and3 weeks of vacation leaveannually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage The State of Maine pays85%-100%of employee-only premiums ($10150.80-$11942.16 annual value) depending on salary. Use this chart to find thepremium costsfor you and your family including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Health Insurance Premium Credit Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information aboutprogram requirements.

• Dental Insurance The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).

• Retirement Plan The State of Maine contributes 13.16%of payto the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) on behalf of the employee.

• Gym Membership Reimbursement Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information visit theFederal Student Aid office.

• Living Resources Program Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

• Parental leaveis one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a childincluding fathers and adoptive parentsreceivefour weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional unpaid leave may also be available under theFamily and Medical Leave Act.

• Voluntary Deferred Compensation Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in aMaineSaves457(b) account through payroll deductions.

• Learn aboutadditional wellness benefitsfor State employees from theOffice of Employee Health and Wellness.

Theres a job and then theres purposeful transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn grow and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 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 youre looking for a great next step and want to feel good about what you do wed love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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