Equipment Operator / Maintenance Technician

City of Essex Junction; Essex Junction (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension/retirement options

Paid time off

Uniform allowance

Dental & vision coverage

Job summary

The City of Essex Junction is seeking an Equipment Operator / Maintenance Technician to join the Public Works team in Essex Junction, Vermont. This full-time role handles road and utility maintenance, winter plowing, and site grounds upkeep with a focus on dependable, hands-on execution.

You’ll work both independently and with a crew, requiring a valid driver’s license (CDL preferred) and basic mechanical/computer skills. Must live within 60 minutes of Essex Junction.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• CDL preferred but not required.
• Basic mechanical and computer skills are expected.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must live within 60 minutes of Essex Junction.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks and equipment for road, sidewalk, and utility maintenance.
• Plow, salt, and sand streets and sidewalks in winter.
• Perform excavation, asphalt/concrete work, and infrastructure repairs.
• Maintain water/sewer systems, buildings, and grounds.
• Support special events and cross-departmental projects.
• Be on-call for snow removal (Nov 1 – Apr 1).

Skills

Valid driver's license

CDL preferred

Basic mechanical skills

Computer skills

Team player

Live within 60 minutes

Job description

Join Our Team at the City of Essex Junction!

Equipment Operator / Maintenance Technician

Location: Essex Junction, VT | Full-Time | Public Works Department

Are you ready to make a difference in your community while building a stable and rewarding career? The City of Essex Junction is looking for a dedicated, hands, on professional to join our Public Works team!

What You’ll Do:

• Operate trucks and equipment for road, sidewalk, and utility maintenance
• Plow, salt, and sand streets and sidewalks in winter
• Perform excavation, asphalt/concrete work, and infrastructure repairs
• Maintain water/sewer systems, buildings, and grounds
• Support special events and cross-departmental projects
• Be on-call for snow removal (Nov 1 – Apr 1)

What We’re Looking For:

Valid driver’s license & good driving record

• CDL preferred
• Basic mechanical and computer skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must live within 60 minutes of Essex Junction

Why Work With Us?

Competitive Pay

• Non‑CDL Operators: $20.05–$24.00 per hour, based on experience
• CDL Operators: Up to $29.58 per hour, based on experience
• CDL Training: Paid by the City after completion of the probationary period

Affordable Health Insurance

• City pays 94% of premium
• Employee pays as little as $29.73bi-weekly for individual coverage and $83.55bi-weekly for family coverage
• Generous opt‑out cash incentives (up to $1,056.02 for family)

Generous Time Off

• 3 weeks paid vacation to start
• 18 sick days/year
• 14 paid holidays

Retirement & Security

• Choose VMERS C (pension plan) or DC (deferred compensation plan),
• 457, IRA & Roth options
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Short-term disability & life insurance

Extras

• $675 annual uniform allowance
• Comp time & OT available
• Dental & vision fully covered

The City of Essex Junction is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal or state law.