Maintenance Mechanic - Building Trades Specialist - Augusta

Bureau of General Services

Maintenance Mechanic -Building Trades Specialist - Augusta

***Multiple Vacancies ***

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R26-03141 Position # 004550241

R26-03148 Position #004551871

Opening Date:  July 29, 2026

Closing Date:  August 13, 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: 004551871

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.

REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:

• 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.

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Some positions may require heating/boiler operator's license, electrician helper's license, apprentice plumber's license, and/or propane/natural gas technician license.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:  

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

In order for us to properly determine if 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: For more information or questions specific to the position, please contact Name and email address/phone number (default will be: [email protected])  

The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be required) 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 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 Balance – 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%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 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.   

• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.  

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).  

• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.06% of pay to 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 the Federal Student Aid office.  

• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program. 

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.   

• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.  

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.  

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 experience and passion set you apart. 

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