Transportation Operations Technician I

About the role

The Agency of Transportation seeks a Transportation Operations Technician I. This position involves tasks such as repairing guardrails, cutting trees/brush, patching roads, picking litter, and ditching. During the winter, responsibilities include plowing and salting roads, with potential for overtime.

Responsibilities

- Repairing guardrails, cutting trees/brush, and patching roads. - Picking up litter and performing other maintenance tasks. - Assisting with plowing and salting roads during winter months. - Overtime work is required, especially during winter months.

Requirements

- No education or experience required. - Must be at least 18 years old. - Valid driver’s license is required. - Possession of a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required for the successful completion of original probation. - Completion of all VTTC required coursework within six (6) months or be enrolled.

Qualifications

- High school diploma or equivalent preferred. - Ability to work in extreme outdoor weather conditions. - Must live within reasonable proximity of assigned workstation.

Skills

- Proficiency in using tools and equipment commonly used for maintenance work. - Ability to lift materials commonly used in maintenance work. - Knowledge of safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Benefits

- Comprehensive health and dental coverage. - Generous leave and holiday policies. - Paid family and medical leave. - Retirement plans including a defined benefit pension and 457(b) plan. - Tuition reimbursement. - Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and childcare. - Group life insurance. - Wellness programs. - Eligibility for public service student loan forgiveness.

Pay

- As of July 12, 2026, the step 1 rate for pay grade 18 is $21.41 per hour, and the step 15 rate is $33.11 per hour.

Schedule

- Overtime work is required, particularly during the winter months, and is considered a condition of employment.