Transportation Operations Technician I

State of Vermont; Rochester (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Transportation Operations Technician I to join their team. This entry-level role focuses on essential highway maintenance tasks, including repairing guardrails, patching roads, and managing winter conditions with plowing and salting. The position offers excellent benefits, career development opportunities, and a CDL training program. With a commitment to safety and teamwork, this role is perfect for individuals looking to make a difference in their community while enjoying a supportive work environment. Apply today to embark on a rewarding career!

Benefits

Medical and Dental Benefits

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Student Loan Forgiveness

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• No education or experience required; must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license and CDL required for completing probation.

Responsibilities

• Perform highway maintenance tasks including repairing guardrails and patching roads.
• Plow and salt roads during winter, with potential overtime.

Skills

Highway Maintenance

Operating Heavy Equipment

Tree Cutting

Road Patching

Litter Pickup

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Heavy Equipment

Tools for Road Maintenance

Job description

Overview

The Agency of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Operations Technician I. This entry-level position involves tasks related to highway maintenance, including repairing guardrails, cutting trees/brush, patching roads, litter pickup, ditching, and more. During winter, responsibilities extend to plowing and salting, with potential overtime requirements.

These positions offer excellent benefits, career development opportunities, and a CDL training program. For more information, watch this brief video. Apply today to join our dedicated team!

This position is eligible for a sign-on and retention bonus of up to $2000! Newly hired CDL and non-CDL holders hired into permanent maintenance worker or mechanic roles on or after July 3, 2022, are eligible. Contact the hiring manager below for full details.

Who May Apply

This position, Transportation Operations Technician I (Job Requisition #52665), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. To be considered for more than one level, apply to the specific Job Requisition.

• Transportation Operations Technician I: 52665
• Transportation Operations Technician II: 52675

For more information, contact [e-mail]. Resumes are not accepted via email; apply online.

Environmental Factors

Work involves outdoor conditions, sometimes extreme weather. Employees may need to work outside their schedule and be reachable by phone. Risks include working near heavy equipment, hazardous materials, roadside litter, and traffic, especially during emergencies like floods, snow, or hazardous spills. Use of tools and equipment is required, along with lifting materials. Participation in a random drug and alcohol test is mandatory. Overtime, especially in winter, is a condition of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

No education or experience required. Must be at least 18 years old.

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Special Requirements

Valid driver's license required. Must live near the assigned workstation. CDL required for completing probation. Must complete VTTC coursework within six months or be enrolled.

Total Compensation

Benefits include medical, dental, paid holidays, leave, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, wellness programs, and student loan forgiveness. Explore more on our website.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont values diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment. Discrimination based on race, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military service, family status, or other protected categories is prohibited. Employment decisions are merit-based, and retaliation is forbidden.