AOT Technician V - District Maintenance

CareerArc; Berlin (VT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Technician to join their team in Vermont. This role involves a variety of responsibilities, including inspecting road conditions, conducting surveys, and ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines on construction projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong engineering support skills and a relevant educational background. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on community infrastructure and requires both fieldwork and office duties. Join a supportive work environment that values diversity and provides excellent benefits while contributing to the safety and maintenance of vital transportation systems.

Benefits

80% State paid medical premium

Dental plan at no cost

11 paid holidays each year

Generous leave plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Incentive-based Wellness Program

Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field with 4 years of experience required.
• Experience in engineering support tasks for civil engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting culverts, surveying, and construction site inspections.
• Assist in damage assessments and coordinate rebuilding efforts.

Skills

Surveying

Construction Inspection

Environmental Technology

Engineering Support

Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering technology

Associate degree in civil engineering

High School diploma

Job description

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Application Deadline Date: 03/27/2025

Department: Transportation Agency

Location:

Berlin, VT, US

Position Type: Permanent

Schedule Type: Full Time

Hourly Rate: $29.87

Overview

The Agency of Transportation (AOT) is seeking a Technician to work within District 6 to perform a variety of duties including assisting towns and state personnel with any and all road related questions or concerns that they may have.

Work includes but is not limited to inspecting culverts/sink holes, shooting grades for culvert installations, surveying, construction site inspections, salt sampling, salt truck calibrations, inspection of paving projects, issuing access permits, obtaining environmental permits for stream/wetland work and planning fixes for any other roadway maintenance issue that could arise. The Technician will work on construction projects from conception, through contracting, and until completion, insuring adherence to all state and federal guidelines. In an emergency event, this position is required to assist in damage collection assessments (for State and Town infrastructure) and to coordinate the re-building of our State network. Fieldwork may involve exposure to hazardous material, traffic hazards, and constructions sites during all weather conditions and may involve traversing rough terrain.

The office is located in Berlin, VT. Office work is diverse and will consist of phone calls, e-mails, in-person interactions, paperwork, plan reviews, and rudimentary right-of-way research.

Who May Apply

This position, AOT Technician V - District Maintenance (Job Requisition #52315), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Gregory Smith at [e-mail]. Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

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. 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. Attendance at public meetings as an agency representative may be required. Some public speaking may be needed. May encounter hostile attitudes on the part of contractors, property owners, and the general public. Incumbents should possess private means of transportation. Out of state travel may be required. Overtime needs are predictable.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering technology, environmental technology, surveying, construction technology, architecture, construction management, or related technical field AND four (4) years 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 six (6) years of experience as described above.

OR

High School diploma or equivalent AND eight (8) years of experience as described above.

OR

Two (2) years or more of experience as an AOT Technician IV 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: 11 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.