Maintenance Mechanic

Job Title

Department of Defense, Veterans' and Emergency Management

Job Class Code: 8281 Grade: 12 (Operations, Maintenance & Support Services) Salary: $18.70 - $25.50/Hour (Salary includes a 21% Stipend) Location: Gilead, ME

Opening Date: August 14, 2026

Closing Date: August 28, 2026

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Job Description

This is structure and craft work in the general maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, mechanical systems, and buildings. Work involves the performance of a wide variety of mechanical tasks in the installation, general repair, and maintenance of heating, power generating, water, and electrical systems; and laundry, kitchen, and farm machinery and equipment; and buildings and grounds. Assignments are received in the form of oral instructions or written work orders. Supervision may be exercised over assigned helpers. Work is performed under general supervision.

Representative Tasks

• Performs general replacement, upkeep, and repair of heating, plumbing, and electrical fixtures or equipment such as clearing clogged drains, replacing external fixtures and similar tasks in order to maintain systems.
• Repairs electrical wiring, fixtures, motors, and communication systems in order to maintain electrical systems and equipment.
• Installs and repairs steam, water, and sewage lines in order to repair and maintain plumbing and heating systems.
• Operates and services sewage treatment plant in order to ensure efficient plant operation.
• Maintains, operates, and repairs heating and ventilating systems in order to ensure a comfortable and safe environment.
• Cleans boilers and replaces and/or repairs worn or broken parts in order to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• 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.
• Repairs and maintains hydraulic and mechanical elevators in order to ensure safe and efficient operation.

Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities Required

Knowledge of the tools, materials, equipment, methods, and practices of plumbing, welding, electrical, and general maintenance and repair work. Knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions needed to perform mechanical repair work. Ability to read, understand, and follow manufacturers specifications and instructions for using, cleaning, and repairing machinery and equipment. Ability to use standard power and hand tools. Ability to operate acetylene and arc welding equipment. Ability to clean, lubricate, and adjust small engines, electrical motors, pumps, and other machinery and equipment. Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Ability to apply general carpentry and masonry skills. Ability to perform general mechanical repair work.

Full Performance Knowledges, Skills and Abilities Required

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.

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.

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 14.06% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.91% 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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