Transportation Intern Maintenance Worker - Temporary

State of Vermont; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Job summary

The State of Vermont is seeking a Transportation Intern Maintenance Worker - Temporary in Middlebury. This role offers hands-on learning in highway equipment maintenance, including truck and equipment repair, snow/ice control, and roadside upkeep.

Candidates must be pursuing a high school diploma or equivalent; flexibility for school breaks or class schedules is ideal. A valid driver’s license is preferred, and residency near the worksite is suggested.

Qualifications

• Must actively be pursuing a high school diploma or equivalent.
• A current, valid driver's license is preferred.
• Live within reasonable proximity of the assigned workstation.

Responsibilities

• Repair/maintenance of trucks and equipment.
• Assist with snow and ice control.
• Guardrail installation and pothole patching.
• Roadside cleaning.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (in progress)

Job description

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Title: Transportation Intern Maintenance Worker - Temporary

Application Deadline Date: 08/17/2026

Department: Transportation Agency

Location: Middlebury, VT, US

Position Type: Temporary

Schedule Type: Part-Time

Minimum Salary: $16.00

Maximum Salary: N/A

Overview

The Agency of Transportation is seeking an Intern Maintenance Worker for a position in the Middlebury garage.

This is a unique opportunity to learn and receive training in the field of highway equipment maintenance. Duties include but are not limited to repair/maintenance of trucks and equipment, assisting with snow and ice control, guardrail installation, patching potholes, and cleaning the roadside.

The position is open to students that are actively pursuing a high school diploma or equivalent. The work schedules offer flexibility, with the ideal candidate being able to work full shifts on school breaks and/or as their school schedule allows.

Who May Apply

This position,Transportation Intern Maintenance Worker - Temporary(Job Requisition #55506), is open to all State employees and external applicants.This is a temporary position. Temporary work is typically for variable hours and is not expected to be full-time. The State does not guarantee 40 hours of work per week.

Duties require working in extreme outdoor weather conditions. Employees may be required to report to work outside of their work schedule and if so must be reachable by phone. Dangers are present when work is performed near heavy equipment, hazardous materials, and roadside litter. Employees may be exposed to blood and airborne pathogens. Hazards are always present when working on the roads as traffic passes. An incumbent must be able to use tools and equipment commonly used in routine maintenance work as well as lift materials commonly used in routine maintenance work. Overtime work may be required, particularly during the winter months.

Minimum Qualifications

Must actively be pursuing a high school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

A current, valid driver's license is preferred.

Special Requirements

An incumbent must live within reasonable proximity of assigned workstation.

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.