Maintenance Mechanic - Anticipated Vacancy Augusta , Maine , United States | Labor, Trades & Maintenance | Full-time Apply by: May 7, 2025 Apply with Linkedin Apply Department of Defense, Veterans & Emergency Management - Military BureauJob Class Code:8281 Grade: 12/Operations & Maintenance Salary: $18.70-$25.50/Hour (Salary includes 21% Stipend) Location: Camp Keyes, AugustaOpening Date: April 23, 2025Closing Date: May 7, 2025 The Department of Defense Veterans and Emergency Management/Military Bureau is excited to hire a Maintenance Mechanic with our Directorate of Facilities Engineering in Augusta. This position provides structural and craft work in the general maintenance and repair field. The selected individual will join us as a contributing team member with other highly qualified staff and will fill the primary general maintenance role, based out of Camp Keyes in Augusta. Primary responsibilities include: + 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 to maintain systems. + Cleans, maintains, and services hand tools, machines, equipment, and work area daily to comply with safety standards, prolong equipment life, and maintain equipment availability. + Maintains and operates grounds maintenance equipment for snow removal mowing brush removal tree clearing road and parking repair. Skills or knowledge required: + Knowledge of applicable building and safety codes. + Ability to read, understand and follow blueprints. + Ability to safely use a wide variety of power tools. + Two (2) years of experience in general maintenance and repairs of buildings, machinery and mechanical systems. + Ability to perform general mechanical repair work. + Ability to read, understand, and follow manufacturers specifications and instructions for using, cleaning, and repairing machinery and equipment. Minimum qualifications: Two (2) years experience in the general maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, mechanical systems, and buildings. Preference will be given to those applicants: + Ability to operate acetylene and arc welding equipment. + Knowledge of tools, materials, equipment, methods, and practices of plumbing, welding, electrical maintenance and repair work. As a condition of employment with the Military Bureau, individuals are required to pass a National Agency Check (NAC) this is a federal background check required by the National Guard Bureau and is in addition to any requirement the state may have. Contact information: Questions about this position should be directed to Kenneth Merrifield Kenneth.r.merrifield.nfg@army.mil 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 thepremium 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 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.09% for Confidential employees. State employees are eligible for anextensive 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 theOffice 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.