Military Maintenance Specialist II - Limited Service

State of Vermont • Jericho, VT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is part of a building and grounds team that maintains military facilities supported by the Vermont National Guard. The role supports operational maintenance of live-fire ranges and training facilities, as well as grounds, ramps, and taxiways. Duties include removing snow, debris, and vegetation and maintaining and operating heavy equipment such as commercial trucks with plows and wings, front-end loaders, dozers, excavators, and other ground equipment. The employee performs related duties as required under the oversight of licensed or qualified personnel and the direction of the District Facilities Manager. Training and any needed licensing will be provided to selected qualified candidates.

Work takes place at military facilities in Vermont and may involve hazardous materials, including ammunition; confined spaces; loud noise; and work in all weather. The employee must obtain heavy-equipment operation certification for equipment such as tractors, loaders, excavators, and forklifts within the first six months. Eligibility to obtain and maintain a federal secret security clearance is required. Some work outside normal hours may be required, including travel and overnight stays.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of experience in building construction, maintenance, or a related field; alternatively, at least one year as a Military Maintenance Specialist I.
• Obtain heavy-equipment operation certification for tractors, loaders, excavators, forklifts, and similar equipment within the first six months of employment.
• Be eligible to obtain and hold a federal secret security clearance.
• Be able to climb ladders and lift equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• A Department of Defense Common Access Card may be required for assigned duties or location and requires passing a federal background check, including a fingerprint-supported criminal record check.
• A Commercial Driver's License may be required for assigned duties.

Nice To Haves

• At least five years of work experience in building construction or maintenance.
• Building trades or vocational education.
• Military experience.
• Previous experience working on a military installation.
• Possession of a Commercial Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Maintain military facilities supported by the Vermont National Guard as part of a building and grounds team.
• Support operational maintenance of live-fire ranges and training facilities.
• Maintain grounds, ramps, and taxiways.
• Remove snow, debris, and vegetation.
• Maintain and operate heavy equipment, including commercial trucks with plows and wings, front-end loaders, dozers, excavators, and ground equipment.
• Perform related duties as required.

Benefits

• 80% of the medical premium paid by the State and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families.
• 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan.
• State-paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance.
• State defined-benefit pension plan and deferred compensation 457(b) plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and childcare reimbursement.
• Low-cost group life insurance.
• Incentive-based wellness program.
• Eligibility as a qualified employer for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED