Transportation Worker I

State of Iowa - Executive Branch

Transportation Worker maintaining safe roadways and bridges for the Maine Department of Transportation. Engaging in road repairs and snowplowing to support safe transit for Mainers.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeWashington • Maine, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $20 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Keep roadways and bridges safe and effective
Participate in road repair and culvert replacement
Engage in snowplowing during winter
Collaborate with team members to ensure safe transit for Mainers
Learn new skills relevant to roadwork and maintenance
Complete paid Commercial Driving License training and Snowfighter training

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent
Required to work at a higher class as necessary and in accordance with required licenses and/or certification
State-paid Medical examination that includes: a drug test
Department’s Respirator fit test
Class C State of Maine license by first day of employment
Shall obtain and retain a valid Class B State of Maine license during the initial six-month probationary period
Ability to become a certified snow fighter within 12 months
Ability to obtain flagger certification within a specified amount of time

Benefits

Comp & perks

13 paid holidays
3+ weeks of vacation leave annually
12 days of sick leave annually
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums
Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay

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Hard Skills & Tools

Road MaintenanceSnowplowingCulvert ReplacementTeam CollaborationSafety Compliance

Soft Skills

AdaptabilityCommunication

Certifications

Class C State Of Maine LicenseFlagger CertificationSnowfighter Certification