Plant Maintenance Engineer II Augusta
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Augusta, ME - USA
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Job Summary
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Bureau of General Services
Plant Maintenance Engineer II
Opening Date:July 31 2026
Closing Date: August 14 2026
Grade/ Admin Unit:22 / Supervisory
Job Class Code:8272
Salary: $54477.28 - $76752.40*/ Hourly (*Includes 10% 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 structural/craft work as the engineer-in-charge of a large high-pressure steam generating plant and of the maintenance and repair of water heating and electric systems in a state institution. Work includes overseeing the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of a large steam generating plant including the assignment of tasks to skilled tradesmen. Work is performed under limited supervision.
REPRESENTATIVETASKS:
- Assigns schedules reviews and appraises the work of employees engaged in heating ventilating plumbing water and electrical systems in order to direct the work force.
- Plans assigns and directs the work of master and journeymen electricians plumbers boiler engineers and boiler operators in order to ensure proper plant operation and maintenance.
- Coordinates the total plant and building operations with the Superintendent of Buildings in order to participate in general plant management.
- Directs and conducts preventive maintenance program for all electrical plumbing and boiler equipment in order to avoid breakdown and unnecessary repair.
- Assists in developing the five year plant maintenance plan for the institution in order to participate in long term planning.
- Keeps records and prepares reports on plant operation and maintenance in order to ensure proper documentation.
- Plans inventory and authorizes ordering of spare parts of all equipment in order to ensure required materials are on hand and to minimize system downtime.
- Inspects installs and repairs electrical equipment in order to ensure equipment is maintained and in working order.
- Inspects heating and air conditioning plants in order to identify occupational hazards and enforce safety precautions of mechanical trades.
- Implements and complies with human resource laws policies procedures and practices such as: AA/EEO recruitment employment position classification performance appraisals training discipline contract administration human resource components of security protocols of agency information security and confidentiality policies and employee safety.
KNOWLEDGESSKILLSANDABILITIESREQUIRED:
- Knowledge of applicable laws rules regulations policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of the current principles practices and techniques of high pressure steam generating plant operation and maintenance.
- Knowledge of the plumbing heating and electrical trades codes and systems.
- Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the mechanical trades and high pressure steam generating plant operation.
- Ability to supervise subordinate personnel.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
- Ability to keep records and make reports.
- Ability to plan assign and direct the work of skilled semi-skilled and/or unskilled workers.
- Ability to develop maintenance schedules.
- Ability to develop a 5 year plan.
- Ability to use applicable computer programs.
MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS:
Five (5) years experience in the operation and maintenance of high-pressure steam generating plants and maintenance and repair of water heating and electrical systems in a large commercial or public plant.
LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATIONREQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a Boiler Engineers license of the class required by ordinance of the municipality in which the plant is located.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Pleasesubmita cover letter along with a current resume and 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.
CONTACT INFORMATION:Formore information orquestions specific to the position please contact Name and email address/phone number(default will be:)
The selected candidate willbe requiredto pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be) 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. 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 ($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 wellness.Learn 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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