Transportation Operations Technician Required In Taiwan

Looking for a hands-on, essential career that keeps Vermont moving, rain or shine? The Agency of Transportation is seeking dedicated Transportation Operations Technicians II to join our frontline highway maintenance team. This vital role offers the chance to work outdoors, operate heavy equipment, and directly contribute to the safety and integrity of our state’s roadways. From repairing guardrails in the summer to plowing snow in the winter, your work will have an immediate and visible impact on your community. We provide excellent training, support for your CDL, and a career path with purpose.

Company Overview

The Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) is dedicated to connecting people and places through a safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation system. We are a team of committed professionals who take pride in maintaining the infrastructure that supports our state’s economy and way of life. Our culture is built on dedication, hard work, and mutual support, ensuring we meet the challenges of every season to serve the public.

Key Responsibilities

As a Transportation Operations Technician II, you will perform a diverse range of critical maintenance tasks. Your core duties will include:

• Performing highway maintenance such as patching pavement, repairing guardrails, clearing brush, cleaning ditches, and picking up litter.
• Safely operating medium and heavy equipment, including snowplows with wings, graders, backhoes, and excavators, especially during winter storm response.
• Assisting with the maintenance and basic repair of fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Responding to emergencies and severe weather events, which will require considerable overtime and being reachable by phone.
• Adhering to all safety protocols while working in and around active traffic and heavy machinery.
• Completing all required training coursework through the Vermont Transportation Training Center (VTTC).

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates with practical experience and a commitment to public service. The minimum qualifications are:

• One (1) year of work experience in construction, equipment operation, or related manual labor, AND either one season of operating a snowplow with wings OR six months of operating medium/heavy equipment like graders or excavators.
• OR successful completion of probation as a Transportation Operations Technician I AND possession of a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement.
• A valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at the time of hire.
• The ability to obtain a Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement within the first six (6) months of employment.
• The willingness and ability to live within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned workstation.
• Availability for significant overtime, particularly in winter, and participation in a random drug and alcohol testing program.

Benefits and Perks

The State of Vermont offers a total compensation package that is among the best in the region, valued at approximately 30% above your base salary:

• Eligible for a sign-on and retention bonus of up to $2,000.
•  80% state-paid medical premium, $0-cost dental plan for employees and families, and generous vision/life insurance.
• Defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan.
• Work-Life Balance: 11 paid holidays, generous leave plans, and paid family & medical leave.
• Tuition reimbursement and eligibility for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
•  Reimbursement for CDL renewals and structured training pathways.

How to Apply

If you are ready to serve Vermont in an essential, rewarding role, we encourage you to apply. This position is open to all State employees and external applicants. You must apply online for Job Requisition #54313 to be considered; resumes sent via email will not be accepted. For questions, contact Jason Brooker at jason.brooker@vermont.gov. The State of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Begin your application today to join our dedicated team.