Department of Defense, Veterans and Emergency Mangement
Job Class Code: 8281
Grade: 12 - Operations/Maintenance
Salary: $36,956 - $50,398 (This salary does include a 15% stipend)
Location: Bangor, ME
Opening Date: October 4, 2024
Closing Date: October 18, 2024
The Department of Defense Veterans and Emergency Management
Military Bureau is excited to hire for an Maintenance Mechanic with our Directorate of Facilities Engineering in Bangor. This position provides Structural and craft work in the general maintenance and repair.DVEM is seeking an administrative professional who is highly proficient in the Microsoft Office suite of software specifically Microsoft Excel. The selected individual will join as a contributing team member with other highly qualified staff and will fill the primary general maintenance role for the maintenance section based out of Bangor at the (RTI) Regional Training Institute.
Primary responsibilities include:
Employees of this class are expected to carry out assignments with minimal supervisory assistance:
- Perform general facility maintenance on HVAC equipment
- Maintains, operates, and repairs heating and ventilating systems in order to ensure a comfortable and safe environment.
- Repairs electrical wiring, fixtures, motors, and communication systems in order to maintain electrical systems and equipment
- Repairs, maintains, and alters masonry, walls, and woodwork in buildings in order to ensure structural stability and meet tenant requirements
- Repairs and services laundry and kitchen equipment in order to ensure safe and effective operation and maximize equipment availability
- Cleans, maintains, and services hand tools, machines, equipment, and work area daily in order to comply with safety standards, prolong equipment life, and maintain equipment availability.
- Operates snow removal equipment in order to clear walks, driveways, and roads.
Skills or knowledge required:
Required to pass federal background check to access NIPR program as a condition of employment.
- Knowledge of applicable building and safety codes
- Ability to read, understand, and follow blueprints
- Ability to use electrical test equipment such as ohm and voltage meters
- Two (2) years, experience in the general maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, mechanical systems, and buildings
Minimum qualifications:
Two (2) years experience in the general maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, mechanical systems, and buildings.
Contact information:
Questions about this position should be directed to Kenneth Merrifield at Kenneth.r.merrifield.nfg@army.mil or 207-430-6335
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "Apply for this opening" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and copies of any transcripts or certifications you wish to have considered while evaluating your application. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.
If you require a paper application, please download and print one here https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process or contact our office at 207-623-6700. Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with cover letter and resume before the closing date to Security & Employment Service Center, 45 Commerce Drive, Augusta, ME 04330 or faxed to 207-287-2018. Be sure title of the job you are applying for is included. Applications cannot be accepted after the posting closing date.
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
- Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
- 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. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
- Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
- Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.41% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.21% for Confidential employees.
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. 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.
There's a job and then there's 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 genetics.
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