AOT Fleet Service Technician II

About the role

The Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) is seeking a skilled Fleet Service Technician to perform mechanical and electronic service, maintenance, diagnostics, and repair on a diverse fleet of automobiles, heavy trucks, construction equipment, and snowplow and spreader systems. This position requires strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, and research skills, along with the ability to independently assess equipment needs, plan and prioritize work, and respond effectively to unanticipated service needs. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, adaptable, and takes pride in maintaining safe, reliable equipment that supports VTrans operations across Vermont.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electronic service, maintenance, diagnostics, and repair on automobiles, heavy trucks, construction equipment, and snowplow and spreader systems.
• Apply strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, and research skills.
• Independently assess equipment needs.
• Plan and prioritize work.
• Respond effectively to unanticipated service needs.
• Maintain safe, reliable equipment that supports VTrans operations across Vermont.
• Work in a district garage or motor shop where normal motor shop hazards exist.
• Make emergency road repairs at any time of day and in inclement weather, which may present additional hazards.
• Be physically able to use tools and lift parts and materials common to heavy vehicle and equipment work.
• Potential exposure to blood or airborne pathogens.
• Participate in a random drug and alcohol‑testing program once a commercial driver's license is obtained.
• Work overtime as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent AND three (3) or more years of experience in the maintenance and service of light, medium, and/or heavy duty vehicles and equipment.
• OR One (1) or more years of experience as a Fleet Technician I.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Obtain a Commercial Learner's permit within 60 days of employment.
• Obtain a Vermont State Inspection Mechanic Certification within 60 days of employment.
• Obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License with air‑brake certification and tanker endorsement within six (6) months of employment.
• Provide own hand‑tools.

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 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.
• Sign‑on and retention bonus of up to $2,000 (eligible for newly hired CDL and non‑CDL holders hired into permanent maintenance worker or mechanic jobs on or after July 13, 2025; see hiring manager for full details).

Pay

Starting salary may be negotiable based on experience and qualifications.