Building Trades Specialist Maintenance Mechanic Augusta

***Multiple Vacancies ***

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R26-03141 Position #

R26-03148 Position #

Opening Date:July 29 2026

Closing Date: September 16 2026

Grade/ Admin Unit:12 / Operations/Maintenance

Job Class Code:8281
Salary: $18.69 - $25.49*/Hourly (Includes 21.00% recruitment and retention stipend)
Position Number:

Location: Augusta

Telework: None

Currently this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This is structure and craft work involving the construction and repair of structures. Responsibilities include repairing and expanding existing buildings and performing construction work. Work includes reading and reviewing detailed construction blueprints of large renovation projects; estimating work materials required to complete the job; planning and laying out the work to be completed; and providing functional supervision to assigned staff. Employees in this class are distinguished by the requirement to perform work related to the construction and repair of buildings and bridges. Work is performed under limited supervision.

REPRESENTATIVETASKS:

• Constructs timber concrete forms for bridge related work and foundations; finishes surfaces of structural concrete foundations and slabs; erects and uses rigging slings and staging for safe lifting of materials and equipment; erects scaffolding to create safe work platforms.
• Constructs short to moderate height concrete gabion and timber retaining walls.
• Reviews blueprints of large renovation projects involving multi floor and multi room renovation of entire building to estimate and determine materials needed to complete the job.
• Builds partitions installs and tapes sheetrock installs suspended or natural ceilings installs windows and carpeting and performs finish work to complete renovation work.
• Builds and installs finish carpentry work such as window casements floor and door moldings counters shelves large detailed signs and other job assignments in order to complete assigned projects.
• Plans the layout of work forms and partitions to ensure that renovation project is completed within the specifications set forth in the building plans.

KNOWLEDGESSKILLSANDABILITIESREQUIRED:

• Knowledge of building codes and how they apply to carpentry and masonry trades.
• Knowledge of the techniques and methods utilized in performing skilled finish carpentry work.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of various materials used in the carpentry trade.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of various materials used in bridge form construction.
• Knowledge in the use of equipment used in the carpentry trade.
• Knowledge in the use of equipment used in the masonry trade.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Knowledge of retaining wall construction techniques.
• Knowledge of OSHA construction standards.
• Ability to work safely in risk conditions.
• Ability to work from design plans and specifications.
• Ability to estimate materials required for project.
• Ability to perform all types of carpentry and masonry work independently.
• Ability to perform skilled finish carpentry work including inside specialty work such as window casings molding counters shelves and signs.
• Ability to determine need for operational materials and to schedule and budget for future repairs.
• Ability to determine that work performance meets work production and safety standards.

MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS:

Two (2) years experience in the general maintenance and repair of machinery equipment mechanical systems and buildings.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATIONREQUIREMENTS:

Some positions may require heating/boiler operators license electrician helpers license apprentice plumbers license and/or propane/natural gas technician license.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Pleasesubmita cover letter along with a current resume and three (3) professional references.

In order forus to properlydetermineif you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

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The selected candidate willbe requiredto pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may berequired) as a condition of employment.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

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 holidays 12 days of sick leaveand3 weeks of vacation leaveannually. Vacationleaveaccrual 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 ($11857.68-$13950.24 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 ($365.28 annual value).

• Retirement Plan The State of Maine contributes14.06% 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 employeeassistanceprogram.

• Parental leaveis one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a childincluding fathers and adoptive parentsreceiveforty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave.Additional unpaid leave may also be available under theFamily and Medical Leave Act.

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

State employees are eligible for anextensive and highly competitive benefits package covering many aspects of aboutadditionalwellness benefitsfor State employees from theOffice of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may varysomewhat accordingto specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

Theresa job and then theres purposeful transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn grow and continuously refine your skills. Applicantsdemonstratejob 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 genetics.

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