Transportation Senior Operations Technician

State of Vermont; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Vermont, Agency of Transportation, Colchester team seeks a Transportation Senior Operations Technician to lead winter maintenance operations and supervise daily work. The role emphasizes plowing with snowplows and applying winter materials, with additional road and bridge maintenance tasks as needed.

Candidates must have leadership experience, a CDL (Class B, with Tanker endorsement within six months), and be prepared for overtime during snow events.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 2+ years of maintenance/ construction experience, including 1+ year supervising a crew.
• One season or more operating a snowplow and 6+ months operating medium or heavy equipment.
• One year or more as Transportation Operations Technician III.
• A Class B CDL is required.
• Within six months, possession of a Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement is required.
• Live within reasonable proximity of assigned workstation.
• Complete VTTC coursework within one year or be enrolled.
• Complete First Aid and CPR certification within one year or be enrolled.
• Non-original probationary employees must obtain the required CDL license prior to six months.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Supervisor in leading a team for safe and efficient movement of people and goods.
• Serve as Crew Leader for day-to-day work activities and act as supervisor when needed.
• Perform winter maintenance including plowing and applying winter materials.
• Perform maintenance and supervisory work on roads, bridges, culverts, and related properties.
• Enforce safety practices and train employees accordingly.

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Team supervision

Snowplow operation

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CDL required

Job description

Overview

The Agency of Transportation (VTrans) is seeking a Transportation Senior Operations Technician for a position with the Colchester team of the District Maintenance and Fleet Division.

This position is responsible for assisting the Supervisor in leading a team in providing the safe and efficient movement of people and goods. The Senior Technician will be the Crew Leader for day-to-day work activities, following the direction of the Supervisor, and may act as a supervisor in their absence. The main duties of this position revolve around winter maintenance, including plowing with specialized equipment and treating roads with winter materials.

Secondary activities include maintenance and supervisory work on roads, bridges, culverts, and related properties. The incumbent will enforce proper safety practices and will assist in train employees accordingly.

Candidates should have strong leadership skills, in addition to considerable knowledge of the operation and maintenance of equipment used in transportation maintenance activities. Although the full salary range for this position is provided, new hires are typically made at the salary range minimum.

Who May Apply

This position, Transportation Senior Operations Technician (Job Requisition #54868), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Environmental Factors

Duties require exposure to extreme outdoor weather. An incumbent must be available for considerable overtime during heavy snowfall or other emergencies. Employees may be required to report to work outside of their work schedule and work area and must be reachable by phone. An employee must be able to use tools, equipment and lift materials commonly used in maintenance work. Normal dangers associated with work on or near heavy equipment, hazardous materials, and debris from roadside litter are present. May be exposed to blood and airborne pathogens. Hazards are always present when working on roads with moving traffic. Participation in a random drug and alcohol‑testing program is required. Considerable overtime work is required, particularly during the winter months, and is considered a condition of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent AND two (2) years or more of transportation maintenance or construction experience INCLUDING one (1) year or more supervising a work crew AND one season or more of operating a snowplow with or without wings AND six (6) months or more of operating medium or heavy equipment, such as graders, rollers, and backhoes.

OR

One (1) year or more as a Transportation Operations Technician III.

CDL Application Requirements

In accordance with federal regulation, any person applying for employment as an operator of a commercial motor vehicle must provide detailed employment information for the past 10 years. Therefore, the Work Experience section of your online application must include:

• A list of the names and addresses of previous employers for which you were an operator of a commercial motor vehicle
• The dates you were employed by these employers
• The reason for leaving employment

By submitting this online job application, you certify all information furnished is true and complete. The information you provide in accordance with this regulation may be used, and previous employers may be contacted for the purpose of investigating and verifying your work history.

Special Requirements

• A Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required.
• Possession of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement is required within the first six months of employment.
• An incumbent must live within reasonable proximity of assigned workstation.
• An incumbent must complete all VTTC required coursework within one (1) year or be enrolled.
• An incumbent must complete First Aid and CPR certification training within one (1) year or be enrolled.
• Note: Non-original probationary employees must obtain a required CDL license prior to the completion of six (6) months of service in the position.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive‑based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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.