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 months, 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
- Occasional overtime work, especially during winter months
Requirements
No formal education or experience is required. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid driver’s license. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required for the successful completion of the original probation period.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Completion of Vermont Technical College (VTTC) required coursework within six months or enrollment is necessary.
Skills
Knowledge of tools and equipment commonly used for maintenance work, ability to lift materials, and familiarity with safety protocols are essential.
Benefits
Excellent benefits package includes state-paid medical and dental premiums, generous leave plans, family and medical leave insurance, retirement options, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending accounts, low-cost group life insurance, wellness programs, and eligibility for student loan forgiveness.
Pay
The starting hourly rate for a Transportation Operations Technician I is $21.41, while the step 15 rate is $33.11. The full salary range is provided, but new hires are typically made at the minimum.
Schedule
Work schedules vary based on department needs, but can include evening and weekend shifts, particularly during winter months.