AOT Technician V - District Maintenance

Davita Inc.; White River Junction (VT); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The Agency of Transportation is seeking a District Technician in White River Junction, Vermont. This dynamic role involves field inspections, GIS tool usage, and assisting with emergency responses during disasters. Candidates are expected to have relevant technical qualifications and experience in civil engineering support tasks.

Benefits

80% State paid medical premium

Work/Life balance with 11 paid holidays

State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience or equivalent.
• Experience with GIS tools and field inspections.
• Valid driver's license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections and site visits for roadway assets.
• Assist with survey and design work for construction projects.
• Respond to emergencies, assess damage for FEMA and local officials.

Skills

Engineering support tasks

Surveying

Design

Inspection

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or related field

Associate degree in civil engineering or related field

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Agency of Transportation is seeking a District Technician to provide technical assistance to maintenance personnel and municipalities with regard to construction and maintenance of highways.

The work includes field inspections, site visits, and use of GIS tools for inspections of roadway assets such as culverts, guardrails, and roadway surfaces. The incumbent will assist with survey and design work for developing and administrating State and Federally funded construction projects. Additionally, the District Technician will be responsible for responding to emergencies to assist maintenance personnel and/or municipalities with floods or other natural disasters, which includes assessing roadway and bridge damage for FEMA, FHWA, local officials, and State Emergency Management officials.

This is a dynamic position with a wide array of responsibilities, which also includes assisting with safety compliance and training for District maintenance staff.

As of July 14, 2025, the step 1 rate for pay grade 25 will be $30.92 per hour.

Who May Apply

This position,AOT Technician V (#52830), 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.

• AOT Technician IV (#52821)


• AOT Technician V (#52830)


• AOT Technician VI (#52831)

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

Environmental Factors

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

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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.