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 options

3 weeks paid vacation

18 sick days per year

14 paid holidays

Uniform allowance

OT/Comp time

Dental & vision coverage

CDL Training paid after probation

Job summary

The City of Essex Junction is seeking an Equipment Operator / Maintenance Technician to join our Public Works team in Essex Junction, VT. This full-time role supports road, water, sewer, and facility maintenance, with on-call winter snow removal responsibilities and cross-department collaboration.

Qualifications include a valid driver's license (CDL preferred), basic mechanical and computer skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• 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

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

CDL preferred

Basic mechanical and computer skills

Ability to work independently and as a

Valid driver’s license & good driving

Live within 60 minutes of Essex

Job description

Now Hiring: 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 $29.73 bi-weekly for individual coverage and $83.55 bi-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.