Rail Trail Operations Technician - Temporary Job Listing at State of Vermont in Berlin, VT (Job ID 1EC006B5-6A4B-4)

Description

Overview

The Agency of Transportation is responsible for operations and maintenance of four Rail Trails across the state, the Delaware and Hudson (DHRT), the Missisquoi Valley (MVRT), the Lamoille Valley (LVRT), and the Beebe Spur (BBRT), totaling approximately 150 miles. These are 4 season trails which serve as economic drivers for many communities and have a variety of recreational users. The Agency is responsible for local/regional coordination, maintenance, marketing, communications, and general oversight of these trails.

 

The Operations Technician position for the Statewide Rail Trails Program requires attention to detail, ability to interact with diversity of public facing customers from trail users to municipal staff maintaining abutting assets such as connecting trails and trailheads. Primary duties will involve maintenance projects.  Duties will primarily be be performed in the field.

 

It is anticipated that these positions will work up to 40 hours per week for up to seven months.

 

This position is considered a Transportation Operations Technician I by the Department of Human Resources.

Who May Apply

This position, Rail Trail Operations Technician - Temporary (Job Requisition #52629), is open to all State employees and external applicants.  This is a temporary position. Temporary work is typically for variable hours and is not expected to be full-time. The State does not guarantee 40 hours of work per week.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Jackie Cassino at jackie.cassino@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Duties require working in extreme outdoor weather conditions. All employees may be required to report to work outside of their area /work schedule and must be reachable by phone. Dangers are present when work is performed near heavy equipment, hazardous materials, and roadside litter. Employees may be exposed to blood and airborne pathogens. Hazards are always present when working on the roads as traffic passes, emergencies such as flood, ice, snow hazardous materials. An incumbent must be able to use tools and equipment commonly used for maintenance work as well as lift materials commonly used in maintenance work. Participation in a random drug and alcohol-testing program is required prior to operation of vehicles or operating equipment. Considerable overtime work is required, particularly during the winter months, and is considered a condition of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

No education or experience required.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old.

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Special Requirements

A valid driver's license is required.

An incumbent must live within reasonable proximity of assigned workstation.

Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

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