Job Opportunities
FIRE RESCUE - 2 FULL TIME POSITIONS
The Town of Poland is recruiting for two (2) full time positions to join our fire rescue team. These positions will work a rotating 12-hour day shift opposite each other. This will be a 42-hour work week. Poland Fire Rescue is a combination department responding to 1200 calls annually.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Candidates must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age at the time of application
Applicant must pass a physical agility test
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with the ability to obtain a State of Maine driver’s license within thirty (30) days
Current EMT (paramedic preferred) licensure in good standing, candidates will be required to maintain EMS licensure
Firefighting experience preferred; must obtain Firefighter I & II Pro Board Certification within two (2) years of hire date
Benefits Included:
Maine PERS 1C retirement plan
Paid training
Education stipends
Yearly uniform allowance
IAFF Union Local 5232
Holiday pay
Earned vacation, sick and personal leave
85% paid health insurance by employer, 15% paid by employee
Sponsored flexible spending account (FSA)
100% paid one-time salary life insurance
Up to 8 years lateral transfer
Deadline for submitting applications and resume is May 25, 2026 by 11am.
FULL TIME PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYEE
The Town of Poland is currently accepting applications for a full time 40hrs a week opening in its Public Works Department. Position requires heavy equipment operating experience and Class B CDL (Class A preferred). This is a busy, fast paced safety conscious department. This is not your typical sit in the break room and wait for it to snow public works job. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, be self-motivated, energetic, willing to take direction, have a minimum of 3 years heavy equipment operating experience and possess a valid Class B CDL (Class A preferred). Must be able to pass a background check, pre-employment physical and drug & alcohol screening. For application go to https://www.polandtownoffice.org/ or call Adam Strout at 998-4601 extension 7. The normal schedule is four 10-hour days Monday-Thursday 6 am to 4 pm. With a 3-day weekend every week weather permitting (on call for weather events). Benefits include life, health, dental and vision insurance. 12 paid holidays, 16 hours of personal time and 96 hours of sick time per year. Also included is 1 pair of boots up to $200.00 and other protective clothing.
PART TIME LIBRARY ASSOCIATE - FILLED
The Town of Poland is seeking a part time Library Associate. This job requires you to provide skillful and friendly service to patrons and to assist in performing the day-to-day operations of the Library with an emphasis on developing and implementing children's programming such as Summer Reading, Preschool Story Time and the Tween/Teen Programs. This is 16 hours per week with a pay rate of $17.13 per hour.
PART TIME TRANSFER STATION ATTENDANT - FILLED
The Town of Poland is seeking a part time Transfer Station Attendant. This job requires you to be in the elements and to stand for up to an entire shift length of ten hours. Applicants must pass a physical, drug screening and possess a motor vehicle license. 20 - 30 hours per week, the transfer station is open from 7 AM - 5 PM on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Mondays. To apply please submit an application to the Town Office or [email protected].
FULL TIME CUSTODIAN BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
MAINTENANCE DIRECTOR - FILLED
The Town of Poland is seeking a Custodian Buildings and Grounds Maintenance Director. This position is responsible for performing general cleaning, and routine maintenance work and in the Town Office, Town Hall, Library, Police Substation, Old School House, Camp Connor, and the recreational facilities that include the skate park, baseball fields and beaches.
Full time, 40 hours per week (Monday – Friday with an occasional weekend day. Benefits include sick, personal, and vacation time along with Medical, Dental, Vision, and Maine State Retirement offerings. Please address questions to Scott Segal at [email protected] or by phone at 998-4650. To apply, please send your resume to Poland Town Office, c/o Scott Segal, 1231 Maine Street, Poland, ME 04274, email, or drop off in person.
Starting Salary - $43,909. Applicant must pass a background check, license check, and pre-employment physical. This position will be available starting April 10, 2023 and applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. The Town of Poland is an EOE.
JOB DESCRIPTION
EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION
FULL TIME FIRE RESCUE - 1 POSITION
The Town of Poland is recruiting for one (1) full time position to join our fire rescue team. This position will work a rotating 24 hours on shift with 72 hours off shift with our other full-time staff. Poland Fire Rescue is a combination department with staffing levels at four (4) members on duty from 0600-1800 and two (2) members on duty 1800-0600.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Candidates must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age at the time of application
- Applicant must pass a physical agility test
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with the ability to obtain a State of Maine license within thirty (30) days
- Current EMT (paramedic preferred) licensure in good standing, candidates will be required to maintain EMS licensure
- Firefighting experience preferred; must obtain Firefighter I & II Pro Board Certification within two (2) years of hire date
Benefits Included:
- Maine PERS 1C retirement plan
- Paid training
- Education stipends
- Yearly uniform allowance
- IAFF Union Local 5232
- Holiday pay
- Earned vacation, sick and personal leave
- 85% paid health insurance by employer, 15% paid by employee
- Sponsored flexible spending account (FSA)
- 100% paid one-time salary life insurance
Open until filled.
COVER LETTER - PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING
FIRE RESCUE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION
FULL TIME FIRE RESCUE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - FILLED
The Poland Fire Rescue Department is accepting applications for a full-time administrative assistant to provide administrative support to the Fire Rescue Chief and other members of the department as needed and/or directed. We are seeking a highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills and a team player mentality. This public facing position is responsible for the Fire Rescue Department's administrative functions and clerical tasks, such as organizational planning and assessment, resource coordination, data analysis/research, records keeping, reporting, business communications, public interaction, and purchasing.
JOB DESCRIPTION & APPLICATION
FULL TIME TRANSFER STATION ATTENDANT - FILLED
The Town of Poland is seeking a full time Transfer Station Attendant. This job requires you to be in the elements and to stand for up to an entire shift length of ten hours. Applicants must pass a physical, drug screening and possess a motor vehicle license. Benefits include vacation time, sick time, personal time, and an option to enroll in retirement and health care benefits. Summer hours are Sunday, Monday, Friday, Saturday 7 AM - 5 PM and Winter hours are Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 8 AM - 4 PM. To apply please submit an application to the Town Office.
Town of Poland Application
FIRE RESCUE JOB OPPORTUNITIES - ONGOING
Firefighter/EMT Job Openings - The Town of Poland is accepting applications for a per diem Firefighter/EMT (Paramedic preferred). We offer a competitive wage as well as the opportunity for advancement.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must possess and maintain a valid State of Maine driver’s license
- Current EMT licensure in good standing, candidates will be required to maintain EMS licensure
- Valid CPR certification
- EVOC certification
- Firefighter 1 & 2 certificate or equivalent
Cover letter, resume, and application can be dropped off in person or mailed:
Mailing address: 1231 Maine Street Poland, Maine 04274
Physical Address: 33 Poland Corner Road Poland, Maine 04274
Physical agility test & interviews to follow
FIRE RESCUE APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT
FIRE RESCUE AGILITY TEST INFORMATION