Best Places to Work in Maine

Skowhegan Savings Bank Skowhegan Savings Bank prioritizes career growth by offering tuition re- imbursement for up to three courses annually. Compensation is continually re- viewed, with bonuses and merit increases as part of the package. An Employee Support Program allows employees to donate vacation time to colleagues facing serious illnesses. This compassion- ate initiative promotes a supportive work environment. To encourage well-being, employees receive a $100 wellness reimbursement annually, usable at fi tness centers or virtual fi tness programs. Wellness Chal- lenges, including Self-Care Bingo, fund- raising walks, healthy habits challenges, steps competitions, and mental health mindfulness through the CALM app and the Therapy Access Program, promote a healthy lifestyle. skowhegan.com 36 B E S T P L A C E S TO W O R K 2 0 2 3 MEDIUM EMPLOYER (50 - 249 U.S. EMPLOYEES) NorState Federal Credit Union At NorState FCU, supervisors have the opportunity to collaborate with the Director of Learning & Development to create educational plans aimed at helping staff achieve their career goals. NorState FCU provides two retirement plans: the fi rst is a Defi ned Benefi t (Pension) Plan, which is fully funded by the credit union, and the second is a Defi ned Contribution (401k) Plan. In the 401k plan, the credit union matches 25% of the employee's contribu- tions, up to a maximum of 8%. The High Five Club serves as a plat- form for staff to recognize each other's contributions and accomplishments. Additionally, during the annual holiday party, staff members are acknowledged for their milestone years of service. norstatefcu.org Mainely Tubs At Mainely Tubs, every new hire has the opportunity to have breakfast with the President/CEO during their fi rst week or two—an excellent opportunity for quality interaction. Mainely Tubs contributes $2,525 an- nually toward a team member's HSA (Health Savings Account). Starting in their second year, team members be- gin to accumulate stock in the company's ESOP without any cost; shares are simply allocated into their account. In recent years, the an- nual allocations have been comparable to the amount one might set aside if they were close to maximizing their 401(k) contribution. In addition to celebrations for birthdays, work-related achievements, and work anniversaries, employees at Mainely Tubs enjoy fun activities such as Donut Fridays, Casino Night, Holiday Bowling Parties, and Summer Friday Barbecues! mainelytubs.com Connectivity Point Connectivity offers six different healthcare plans to choose from, includ- ing one specifi cally tailored for Maine employees. The company provides these multiple options to empower employees to select the plan that best suits their needs and those of their families, rather than being obligated to choose a single plan. Recognition for out- standing performance i n cl u d e s c a r d s a n d a gift. Additional benefi ts encompass paid lunches, birthday celebrations, offi ce massages, fl exible work schedules, and compre- hensive benefi ts — all aligned with the company's philosophy represented by the acronym WAVE, which stands for "We're all valued employees." Operating in fi ve states, Connectiv- ity maintains a familial atmosphere. The fl exibility in work hours and the option to choose when to work are highly valued by employees. connectivitypoint.com two retirement plans: the fi rst is a Defi ned Benefi t (Pension) Plan, which is fully funded by the credit union, and the second is a # 52 Skowhegan Savings encourages the advancement of all employees personally and professional through on-the-job training, educational reimbursement, wellness programs, paid volunteer time and recognition of their achievements. Proud to be recognized as a 2023 Best Places to Work in Maine! 2023 Best Places to Work 800.303.9511 • Skowhegan.com 2023 Consistently making employee satisfaction a priority in our mission to best serve our members! Federally Insured by NCUA We're making waves on the Mid Coast! midcoastfcu.me 877.964.3262 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and AGAIN in 2023! Come join us! as part of the package. Program allows employees to donate vacation time to colleagues facing serious illnesses. This compassion- # 53 (Health Savings Account). Starting in their second year, team members be- gin to accumulate stock in the company's ESOP without any cost; shares # 54 than being obligated to choose a single plan. standing performance i n cl u d e s c a r d s a n d a gift. Additional benefi ts # 55

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