FISH & WILDLIFE RESEARCH INSTITUTE

FISH & WILDLIFE RESEARCH INSTITUTE

Technician - Soils & Aggregate Laboratory

Bangor, Maine · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$51k-$71kDetected 2 days ago
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About the role

  • Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State's career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State. .
  • Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor.

Responsibilities

  • The selected candidate will be primarily working with a small team of testing technicians who perform laboratory tests on construction materials in Bangor 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.

Requirements

  • Preference will be given to candidates certified by NETTCP as a Soils & Aggregate Laboratory Technician with a working knowledge of MaineDOT quality assurance testing.
  • 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.

Skills

  • 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.
  • As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness.
  • Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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Compensation

  • $50,507.08 - $70,867.68 per year ( Salary Schedule )
  • Salary includes a 2.5% stipend*
  • We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
  • 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.
  • 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 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).

Benefits

  • Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually.
  • Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
  • Wellness - We care about you and your family's wellbeing, offering 12 days of sick leave annually to help you stay healthy.
  • 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 14.11% 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, covering many aspects of wellness.
  • Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

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