AOT Technician III - District Maintenance

State of Vermont; Hartford (VT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

12 paid holidays

Pension plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Low cost life insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

State of Vermont is seeking an AOT Technician III in White River Junction, VT. You will join a small technical team supporting the Central Region, providing technical assistance, responding to floods and disasters, and monitoring state highways.

The role involves fieldwork, office and lab tasks, and potential out-of-state travel. A valid driver’s license may be required. Salary ranges from 28.05 to 43.80 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree plus 1 year of engineering support experience.
• Associate degree plus 3 years of experience in the described tasks.
• High school plus 5 years of relevant experience.
• One year as AOT Technician II with the State of Vermont.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to towns including the town highway grant program.
• Respond to emergency situations such as flooding and other natural disasters.
• Monitor access to state highways and state right-of-way work.
• Provide technical assistance to maintenance crews.
• Assist in construction project documents and inspections.
• Assist with winter maintenance salt tracking and calibrations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related technical field

Associate degree in civil engineering or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

One year as an AOT Technician II

Job description

Application Deadline Date: 10/29/2026

Department: Transportation Agency

Location: White River Junction, VT, US

Position Type: Permanent

Schedule Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: $28.05

Maximum Salary: $43.80

Overview

The Agency of Transportation (AOT) Technician III - District Maintenance is part of a small technical team that works throughout the Central Region.

This position will:

• Provide technical assistance to towns including the town highway grant program
• Respond to emergency situations such as flooding and other natural disasters
• Monitor access to state highways and work done in the State right-of-way
• Provide technical assistance to maintenance crews
• Assist in construction project documents and inspection
• Assist with winter maintenance salt tracking and calibrations

Who May Apply

This position, AOT Technician III (#55949), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Duties are generally performed in an office, laboratory, and field setting for which private means of transportation must be available. Fieldwork may involve exposure to hazardous materials, traffic hazards, and construction sites during all weather conditions; and may involve traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Class incumbents may be required to carry equipment weighing up to 40 pounds, traverse rough, wooded, and steep terrain, travel in boats or work on structures above ground level. Duties may also require exposure to extreme weather conditions. Out of state travel may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering technology, environmental technology, surveying, construction technology, architecture, construction management, or related technical field AND one (1) year of experience performing engineering support tasks involved in one or more of the following: planning, surveying, design, inspection, construction, research and statistics, testing, investigation, maintenance or construction of various types of civil engineering projects.

OR

Associate degree in civil engineering, environmental technology, engineering technology, surveying, construction technology, architecture, or related field AND three (3) years of experience as described above.

OR

High school graduation or equivalent AND five (5) years of experience as described above.

OR

One (1) year as an AOT Technician II with the State of Vermont.

Special Requirements

Some positions in this job class may require possession of a valid driver’s license.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.