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14 B E S T P L A C E S TO W O R K 2 0 2 1 SMALL EMPLOYER (15 - 49 U.S. EMPLOYEES) Chase Custom Homes Chase Custom Homes is a great place to work because it's a family- owned and -operated business. Every day is different and there are always opportunities to learn and grow within the company. During the pandemic, safety and comfort have been the top focus for all employees. If there were personal issues or fears, employees were always welcome to go to their supervisors at any time. The leadership main- tains an open-door policy and shows`` their appreciation for the team's hard work. The company hosts luncheons and team-building outings during work days – and announced unplanned days off as a special surprise. Employees receive holiday bonuses, have the op- portunity to use company vehicles and cell phones, and enjoy appreciation parties and dinners. cedarworks.com Chilton Furniture Chilton's work environment tends to be flexible and allow for each employee to contribute in multiple ways. For exam- ple, sales team members who also enjoy woodworking become part of the service team while those who enjoy interior design are able to work at photo shoots. A calm and peaceful work environment is designed to encourage team members to make suggestions regarding all aspects of the business. Improvements to the work- ing environment range from renovating showrooms to installation of a really good Nespresso coffee machine! Team members receive generous discounts on furniture and credits toward free furniture. There are regular monthly and year-end bonuses, cost coverage for wood finishing and service training, and retirement plan matches. Employees go- ing above and beyond receive financial rewards or restaurant gift cards! chiltons.com Trademark FCU Trademark Federal Credit Union is a member-owned, not-for-profit coopera- tive that holds the philosophy of people helping people. The team is able to have fun and build strong relationships across all departments, positions, and branches. Management always has its doors open and encourages feedback and suggestions. The overall environment is one of teamwork. The envi- ronment is one where ev- eryone can be themselves, whether through self-expression with tattoos, piercings, hair color, singing, dancing or just the ability to have fun and be silly. Celebrations of birthdays and anniversaries include the em- ployees' selection of treats. Milestone anniversaries are celebrated with employee-specific gifts and decorated offices. A wellness reimbursement of up to $300 per year is provided for gym memberships, programs, massages, and fitness equipment. trademarkfcu.org MPX MPX has a compensation and ben- efits package that is competitive within the industry and the market, and that allows the team to enjoy work and life. In addition to a formal benefits suite, it offers a variety of spontaneous employee perks. Employees receive individualized financial planning services at no cost from a professional investment advisor. The company pays $10 per pay period into each eligible employee's HSA account. Employees are treated to a wonderful holiday party at the end of the year that includes great food, raffle prizes, games and entertain- ment.Benefits include domestic partner coverage and Telemed options. MPX contributes to employee's Health Sav- ings Accounts. Unused dental benefits roll over to the next year. mpxonline.com # 16 # 17 # 18 # 19 www.arkatechture.com 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 44 Edison Drive Augusta, ME 04332 145 Pleasant Hill Rd Scarborough, ME 04074 340 Main St South Portland, ME 04106 ITM and Branch Services ITM and Branch Services ITM Transactions ITM Transactions ITM and Branch Services ITM and Branch Services Congratulations to all of the 2021 winners! Our team is proud to be recognized as a Best Place to Work in Maine! Celebrating our 85th anniversary!