Transportation Operations Technician I - Temporary

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits you to join a dedicated team performing essential road maintenance for the state transportation system. This seasonal role involves critical tasks during winter weather events, ensuring safety and efficiency on the roads. As a Transportation Operations Technician, you will be involved in various outdoor activities, facing the elements while operating heavy equipment. This position offers a chance to make a real impact on your community while developing valuable skills in a dynamic environment. If you're ready to embrace the challenges of winter maintenance work, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform road maintenance work for the state transportation system.
• Assist during winter weather events, including plowing.

Skills

Road Maintenance

Heavy Equipment Operation

Plowing

Safety Protocols

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Maintenance Tools

Job description

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to perform road maintenance work for the Agency of Transportation (VTrans), involving tasks related to the state transportation system, including plowing. This seasonal position is based in Irasburg and is responsible for assisting during winter weather events. Overtime work may be required.

Who May Apply

This position, Transportation Operations Technician I - Temporary (Job Requisition #52444), is open to all State employees and external applicants. It is a temporary position with variable hours, not guaranteed to be full-time. If interested in more than one level, apply to the specific Job Requisition:

• Transportation Operations Technician I (#52444)
• Transportation Operations Technician II (#52465)

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

Environmental Factors

The duties require working in extreme outdoor weather conditions. Employees may need to report outside their scheduled hours and be reachable by phone. Work involves hazards near heavy equipment, hazardous materials, roadside litter, and traffic. Exposure to blood, airborne pathogens, and emergencies like floods and snow is possible. Use of maintenance tools and equipment, lifting materials, and participation in a drug and alcohol testing program are required. Considerable overtime, especially during winter, is a condition of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

No education or experience is required. Applicants must be at least 18 years old.

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Special Requirements

A valid driver's license is required. Incumbents must live within reasonable proximity to their workstation. Possession of a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required for successful completion of probation. All employees must complete VTTC coursework within six months or be enrolled.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont values diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment. Employment decisions are merit-based, and discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, and other factors is prohibited.