Transportation Operations Technician I - Temporary

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking agency dedicated to maintaining Vermont's infrastructure! As a Transportation Operations Technician, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of our highways and bridges. This seasonal position offers the chance to work outdoors, engage in meaningful tasks, and contribute to your community. Ideal for those seeking hands-on experience in transportation operations, this role requires dedication and a willingness to work in various weather conditions. If you're ready to make an impact and embrace the challenges of outdoor work, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Responsible for bridge and highway maintenance tasks.
• Includes repairing guardrails, cutting trees, and patching roads.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Agency of Transportation is seeking seasonal Transportation Operations Technicians in Mendon. These positions will be responsible for various tasks related to bridge and highway maintenance, such as repairing guardrails, cutting trees/brush, patching bridges and roads, picking litter, ditching, and more. It is anticipated that these positions will work 40 hours per week for approximately seven months.

Environmental Factors

Duties require working in extreme outdoor weather conditions. All employees may be required to report to work outside of their area /work schedule and 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, emergencies such as flood, ice, snow hazardous materials. An incumbent must be able to use tools and equipment commonly used for maintenance work as well as lift materials commonly used in maintenance work. Participation in a random drug and alcohol-testing program is required prior to operation of vehicles or operating equipment. Considerable overtime work is required, particularly during the winter months, and is considered a condition of employment.

Who May Apply

This position, Transportation Operations Technician I - Temporary (Job Requisition #52489), 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.

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.

• Transportation Operations Technician I (#52489)


• Transportation Operations Technician II (#52499)
  
  

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Jason Brooker at [e-mail]

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Minimum Qualifications

No education or experience required.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old.

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

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.