Transportation Operations Technician I

State of Vermont
Any Location, VT
Category Operations
Job Description
Role Overview

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.

What You Will Do

These tasks include 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.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This position offers excellent benefits, opportunities for career development, and a CDL training program.

Requirements

  • No education or experience required.
  • 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.
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs individually, with assistance from 51-100 lbs.

Benefits

  • 80% State paid medical premium 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 (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
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