Title:  Aviation Maintenance Technician

Overview

The Agency of Transportation (VTrans) is seeking an Aviation Maintenance Technician.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct daily inspections in addition to 5010 inspections annually
• Conduct fuel farm inspections according to Federal & State Regulations
• Monitoring activity airports and addressing or notifying others to address unsafe operations
• Issue Notices to Air Missions (NOTAMs)
• Be available for snow removal operations at airports and operate heavy equipment year-round
• Mowing safety areas and surrounding vegetation management to heights specified by FAA
• Completes line striping, pavement patching, crack sealing, ditching, grading, sweeping (remove sand and debris), repairing shoulders, fence installation and repair, and removing debris or risk of debris.
• Ensure VT stormwater systems are in compliance
• Respond to airport emergencies which may include working weekends, holidays, and/or overtime
• Provide general information and aid to users and the general public
• Monitor weather radar, read aviation weather forecasts and weather observations to answer inquiries via radio or in person from pilots
• Ensure compliance with hazardous materials including documentation of receipt proper storage, proper handling and current MSDS sheets are available to users

Who May Apply

This position, Aviation Maintenance Technician (Job Requisition #50425), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Rollin Tebbetts at rollin.tebbetts@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Work is performed both in a facility and primarily in the field. Duties require exposure to extreme outdoor weather. An incumbent must be available for considerable overtime during heavy snowfall or other emergencies. Employees may be required to report to work outside of their work schedule and must be reachable by phone. An employee must be able to use tools and lift materials commonly used in routine maintenance work. Normal dangers associated with work on or near heavy equipment, hazardous materials, and responding to accidents, emergencies and natural disasters are present. May be exposed to blood and airborne pathogens. Participation in a random drug and alcohol-testing program is required. Travel throughout the state to various airports may be required. Stress may be involved in negotiating and obtaining compliance with contracts, tenants, and users.

Minimum Qualifications

Four (4) years or more of transportation maintenance or construction experience including experience operating a snowplow AND experience in aviation or airport maintenance.
OR
Two (2) year as an Airport Maintenance Worker II.

Special Requirements

Complete Vermont State Aeronautics Training program within the first 6 months of employment.

An incumbent must live within reasonable proximity of assigned workstation.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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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.