Best Places to Work in Maine

B E S T P L A C E S TO W O R K 2 0 2 3 29 MEDIUM EMPLOYER (50 - 249 U.S. EMPLOYEES) To all of our To all of our employees for employees for making us one of making us one of the Best Places to the Best Places to Work in Maine! Work in Maine! Thank You! Thank You! Arkatechture Arkatechture's Month of Movement Program promotes physical activity. For example, a summer activity series offers walks/runs, pickleball, basketball and hiking days. Outstanding work in the organiza- tion is celebrated through "Praise in Small Improvements." Employee recognition is then shared for all to see through a Slack channel. Employee spotlights are showcased at the monthly company meeting and in the employee newsletter. Arka Day celebrates the founding day of Arkatechture with special activities and games. There's even a ping pong table and cornhole in the offi ce! Special activities throughout the year include summer food truck events, run/walk/bike activities and a virtual planting day. arkatechture.com Drummond Woodsum Staff appreciation events occur every spring, where staff members receive gifts, prizes, meals, and participate in a special recognition event held offsite, featuring entertainment. A job well done is routinely celebrated through fi rmwide "kudos" emails and occasional tokens of appre- ciation, including swag and complimentary lunches. L o c k e r r o o m s a r e equipped with storage lock- ers, private showers, and changing areas for convenience. Spontaneous lunches, treats, or gather- ings are frequent, such as "Taco Tuesday" or "Cowboy Up" Friday, an organized Friday happy hour where camp chairs line the hallways, and attorneys and staff showcase their musical and vocal talents. Regular Lunch & Learn sessions promote peer learning and provide op- portunities for recognizing colleagues' accomplishments! dwmlaw.com Maine Savings Federal Credit Union Maine Savings provides a student debt relief program that disburses up to $10,000 over fi ve years. To facilitate professional growth, employees have access to resources including workshops, seminars, and a leader- ship development series. Additionally, they can par- ticipate in an annual staff development day and take advantage of off-site train- ing opportunities. Maine Savings has also enhanced its paid time off package, allowing employees to enjoy more time off. The board of directors has approved annual bonuses for all employees, along with gift cards to celebrate Thanksgiving. Recognizing the need for fl exibility, the company has implemented an expansive remote work policy to accommodate both employee and employer needs. mainesavings.com Hebert Construction LLC As a fourth-generation family company, Hebert Construction considers everyone involved in a project, from senior roles to laborers, as integral members of the team. This inclusive philosophy extends to all employees, with an open-door policy at its core. This approach also em- phasizes work/life balance, offering a wide range of fringe benefi ts. These in- clude covering 90% of HSA medical plans, providing yearly tool stipends, and of- fering branded clothing. The company's 401(k) plan operates as a Safe Harbor plan, with the employer contributing 3% of wages regardless of employee contributions. In addition to these benefi ts, the com- pany provides training to encourage employee growth and development, with assistance available for those dealing with student loans. hebertconstruction.com Small Improvements." Employee recognition is then shared for all to see through a Slack channel. Employee spotlights are showcased at the monthly # 24 occasional tokens of appre- ciation, including swag and complimentary lunches. equipped with storage lock- ers, private showers, and # 25 to all employees, with an open-door policy at its core. phasizes work/life balance, offering a wide range of fringe benefi ts. These in- # 26 seminars, and a leader- ship development series. Additionally, they can par- ticipate in an annual staff development day and take advantage of off-site train- # 27

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