Transportation Maintenance Worker 6-E8 - Houghton Garage
State of Michigan
Posted: March 24, 2026 (1 day ago)
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State of Michigan
Technology, Management and Budget
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$22.06 - $33.61
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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This entry-level maintenance mechanic role involves assisting with repairs, construction, and remodeling on state properties in Michigan, while learning to use tools and equipment under supervision.
The job focuses on building mechanical skills in areas like electrical and mechanical trades, and providing courteous customer service to staff and visitors.
It's a good fit for someone starting out in trades work, eager to learn, and comfortable working cooperatively in a team environment.

Please attach your cover letter and resume to your application. Failure to do so will result in your application not being considered.
This position requires additional background checks in order to access facilities in which it performs the work.

Education
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
Maintenance Mechanic 7
No specific type or amount is required.
Maintenance Mechanic 8
Two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades.
Maintenance Mechanic E9
Four years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades, including two years equivalent to a Maintenance Mechanic 8.
Maintenance Mechanic 8 - 10
Completion of a recognized program in vocational training for the mechanical or electrical trades may be substituted for two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers.
Some positions in this job series are assigned job duties that may require possession of the commercial driver's license issued by the Secretary of State as required by Public Act 346 of 1988 to operate a designated state vehicle.
View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/M/MaintenanceMechanic.pdf
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