Laborer I - Seasonal (32 Weeks) - 5669
About The Position
This position is utilized to address critical preparedness needs, including increased initial attack capability and mobilization readiness for the efficient suppression and prevention of wildfires, as well as hazard fuels mitigation projects. Maine State Government is 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. Reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
Requirements
- Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Job offer to new hires is conditional upon verification of credentials, criminal records and driver’s license check.
- Three references must be provided and made available at the interview to include at least one work-related reference.
- Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.
Responsibilities
- Inspect, inventory, maintain and service wildfire equipment for fire readiness.
- Drive heavy equipment to the fire scene.
- Operate equipment on wildfires.
- Assist with Helitack operations.
- Provide wildland fire suppression support within Maine, on federal and NFFPC incidents.
- Be responsible for ensuring that facilities, equipment and supplies are fire- ready when needed.
- Provide general cleaning of facilities, plowing snow, mowing lawns, minor repairs to buildings.
Benefits
- 13 paid holidays
- 12 days of sick leave
- 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually
- Health Insurance Coverage (State pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums)
- Health Insurance Premium Credit (decreases employee-only premiums by 5%)
- Dental Insurance (State pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums)
- Retirement Plan (State contributes 14.11% of pay to MainePERS)
- Gym Membership Reimbursement (up to $40 per month)
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
- Living Resources Program (employee assistance program)
- Parental leave (42 consecutive calendar days of fully paid leave)
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation (MaineSaves 457(b) account)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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