Title: AOT Technical Apprentice IV - Stormwater

Application Deadline Date: 03/26/2026

Req ID: 54503

Department: Transportation Agency

Location:

Berlin, VT, US

Position Type: Temporary

Schedule Type: Part-Time

Minimum Salary: $18.89

Maximum Salary: N/A

Overview

We are seeking two Technical Apprentices to each work an estimated 800 hours over 16 weeks and perform tasks in support of work efforts noted under our Federal Highway Work Program and to maintain compliance with Federal Clean Water Act NPDES Permits.

Over the last few years, the Agency of Transportation (AOT) has been working throughout the state to locate, inspect, and GPS inventory culvert and stormwater collection, conveyance, and treatment systems in our state highway right-of-way. This effort is critical to the asset management efforts of the Highway Division and the Agency's Separate Storm Sewer System (TS4) permit obligations.

These positions will use mobile GIS applications and work as a team to inspect and map drainage features and testing water samples at outfalls along our roadways and on VTrans owned land. The focus will be state wide throughout the Vtrans network. This work requires the ability to traverse rough terrain alongside the state highway for long durations of time. Candidate should be comfortable with the use of Microsoft suite and preferably the ability to navigate using a mobile device such as an iPad.

These positions will be stationed in Berlin, VT out of the Dill Building

Who May Apply

This position, AOT Technical Apprentice IV (Job Req #54503), 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.
Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.

AOT Technical Apprentice III (#54493)
AOT Technical Apprentice IV (#54503)

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Tyler Hanson at tyler.hanson@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Duties are generally performed in both an office and field setting for which private means of transportation must be available. Field work may involve exposure to hazardous materials, traffic hazards and construction sites during all weather conditions, and may involve traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Class incumbents may be required to carry equipment, weighing up to 40 pounds, traverse rough wooded and steep terrain, travel in boats or work on structures above ground level. Duties may also require exposure to extreme weather conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) or more years of college coursework in engineering, construction management, or related field.
OR
Three (3) or more years of work experience in civil, construction, or environmental engineering, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Coursework or in engineering, construction management, or related technical field.

Special Requirements

A current, valid driver’s license is required, and transportation may be required for field assignments.

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.