Equipment Operator/Maintenance Technician
City of Essex Junction
Essex Junction, VT
JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$20.05–$24 Per Hour
SKILLS
CDL Driver's License, Community and Social Services, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Skills, Concrete, Disability Insurance, Diversity, Driver's License, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Excavation, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Maintenance Services, On Call, Public Works, Team Player, Truck Driver
LOCATION
Essex Junction, VT
POSTED
5 days ago
Now Hiring: Equipment Operator / Maintenance Technician
Location: Essex Junction, VT | Full-Time | ️ Public Works Department
Are you ready to make a difference in your community while building a stable and rewarding career? The City of Essex Junction is looking for a dedicated, hands-on professional to join our Public Works team!
What You’ll Do:
- Operate trucks and equipment for road, sidewalk, and utility maintenance
- Plow, salt, and sand streets and sidewalks in winter
- Perform excavation, asphalt/concrete work, and infrastructure repairs
- Maintain water/sewer systems, buildings, and grounds
- Support special events and cross-departmental projects
- Be on-call for snow removal (Nov 1 – Apr 1)
- Valid driver’s license & good driving record
- CDL preferred
- Basic mechanical and computer skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Must live within 60 minutes of Essex Junction
Competitive Pay
- Non‑CDL Operators: $20.05–$24.00 per hour, based on experience
- CDL Operators: Up to $28.51 per hour, based on experience
- CDL Training: Paid by the City after completion of the probationary period
- City pays 94% of premium
- Employee pays as little as $29.73 bi-weekly for individual coverage and $83.55 bi-weekly for family coverage
- Generous opt-out cash incentives (up to $1,056.02 for family)
- 3 weeks paid vacation to start
- 18 sick days/year
- 14 paid holidays
- Choose VMERS C (pension plan) or DC (deferred compensation plan),
- 457, IRA & Roth options
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Short-term disability & life insurance
- $675 annual uniform allowance
- Comp time & OT available
- Dental & vision fully covered
Ready to Apply?
Join a team that values hard work, community service, and employee well-being. Help keep Essex Junction running smoothly and safely—apply today!
The City of Essex Junction is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment. We strive to build a team that reflects diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. By embracing inclusivity in all aspects of our work, we enhance our ability to serve the community with innovation, responsiveness, and compassion, reflecting the vibrant diversity of the residents of Essex Junction.
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