Transportation Operations Technician I

State of Vermont • Saint Johnsbury, VT

22h

About The Position

The Agency of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Operations Technician I. This position is responsible for various tasks related to highway maintenance, such as repairing guardrails, cutting trees/brush, patching roads, picking litter, ditching, and more. In the winter months, this position will also assist with plowing and salting, and overtime may be required. These entry-level positions offer excellent benefits, opportunities for career development, and a CDL training program. For more information about the work we do, please watch this brief video. Apply to join our dedicated, hard-working team today! This position is eligible for a sign-on and retention bonus of up to $2000! Newly hired CDL and non-CDL holders who are hired into permanent maintenance worker or mechanic job on or after July 13, 2025 are eligible. Please contact the hiring manager listed below for the full details of this program. Although the full salary range for this position is provided, new hires are typically made at the salary range minimum.Who May ApplyThis position, Transportation Operations Technician I (Job Requisition #54072), is open to all State employees and external applicants. 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: 54072 Transportation Operations Technician II: 54081 If you would like more information about this position, please contact Lance Duquette at [email protected] will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Requirements

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• An incumbent must live within reasonable proximity of assigned workstation.
• Possession of a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required for the successful completion of original probation.
• An incumbent must complete all VTTC required coursework within six (6) months or be enrolled.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• repairing guardrails
• cutting trees/brush
• patching roads
• picking litter
• ditching
• assisting with plowing and salting

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees