Fuel Inspector

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Department of Professional & Financial Regulation (and Boards)

Job Class Code : 8237

Grade : 21 / Professional & Technical

Salary : $24.13-$33.77 / Hour (Salary includes 12% Stipend)

Location : Statewide

Opening Date : October 20, 2025

Closing Date : November 15, 2025 - 12 : 01am

Are you a Maine Master Oil & Gas Technician interested in :

• Setting your own schedule, while splitting your time between working from home and in the field;
• Inspecting the work of other fuel technicians to ensure it complies with laws, adopted standards, and the Fuel Board Rules;
• Driving a company car (for work-use only), with no need to pay for gas or wear and tear on your personal vehicle?

If so, then consider taking your career to the next level by becoming a state Fuel Inspector with the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation.

While you're working, you can rest easy knowing that you have access to the State of Maine's benefits package, which includes :

During a typical day, you can expect to :

Because this work involves enforcing fuel codes for other fuel technicians, private work on the side is not permitted.

Minimum qualifications :

Possession of a Maine Master Oil & Solid Fuel License and Propane & Natural Gas License.

LICENSING / REGISTRATION / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class).

Licensed as a Master Oil / Solid Fuel and Propane & Natural Gas Technician in Maine.

Preference will be given to those applicants :

Contact information :

Questions about this position should be directed to Peter T. Holmes Peter.t.holmes@maine.gov

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 :

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.

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.

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