Transportation Operations Technician II
About The Position
The Agency of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Operations Technician II. 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. Additionally, this position may assist in vehicle and equipment maintenance. District 1 is looking for a self-motivated, team-oriented individual to join our East Dorset maintenance crew. These positions offer excellent benefits, opportunities for career development, and reimbursement for CDL renewals. 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.
Requirements
- One (1) year of work experience in construction, equipment operation, or related manual labor INCLUDING EITHER one season of operating a snowplow with wings OR six (6) months of operating medium or heavy equipment, such as graders, excavators, and backhoes.
- Upon successful completion of original probation as a Transportation Operations Technician I AND possession of a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with tanker endorsement.
- A Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required.
- An incumbent must live within reasonable proximity of assigned workstation.
- Possession of a Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tanker Endorsement is required within the first six months of employment.
- An incumbent must complete all VTTC required coursework within one (1) year or be enrolled.
- Non-original probationary employees must obtain a required CDL license prior to the completion of six (6) months of service in the position.
- Participation in a random drug and alcohol-testing program is required.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Repairing guardrails
- Cutting trees/brush
- Patching roads
- Picking litter
- Ditching
- Assisting with plowing and salting during winter months
- Assisting in vehicle and equipment maintenance
Benefits
- 80% State paid medical premium
- Dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- 11 paid holidays each year
- Generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- State defined benefit pension plan
- 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
- Sign-on and retention bonus of up to $2000
- Reimbursement for CDL renewals
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
