Technician - Contract Technician (24-107-3)

Technician - Contract Technician (24-107-3)Augusta , Maine , United States | Engineering | Full-time Apply by: Nov. 12, 2024 Apply with Linkedin ApplyMaine Department of Transportation Salary: $21.54 - $30.14 per hour (Salary Schedule (https://gateway.state.me.us/bhrintranet/ActSal/SalSpecTab03.asp?SpecNo=04&Grade=21) ) Office/Bureau: Project Development - ContractsLocation: Augusta, ME Position Number: 02500-0580 Opening Date: October 28, 2024Closing Date: November 12, 2024Job Description: This position primarily works with the AASHTO-Ware Project (AWP) system.Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Processing contractor payments through AWP, Free2000, and AdvantageMe,

Assisting in the award, transition and activation of construction contracts,

Maintaining and updating the asphalt and fuel escalator information and assigning it to contracts as required by specification,

Participating in any AWP update reviews,

Assisting in testing system upgrades,

Overseeing system vendor information,

Acting as the back-up for AWP system manager as well as the advertise technician, and,

Participating on TAGs as appropriate to facilitate the departmental knowledge of AWP and help with product development.

To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:Five (5) years of experience in engineering –OR- an Associate Degree in Engineering or a related technical field and three (3) years of experience in engineering -OR- a Bachelors Degree in Engineering or a related technical field and one (1) year of experience in engineering. Application Instructions:Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications. If you require a paper application or have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email atjobs.DOT@maine.govWhy join our team?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 ($358.08 annual value).

Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/compensation-benefits) , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) .

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. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.Thinking about applying?Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.