AOT Technician IV

Overview

Is working 9 to 5 in an office setting not your dream Do you desire the freedom afforded to those fortunate individuals whose office resides outside If so this position could be right for you! The Agency of Transportation has an exciting opportunity in the field of construction oversight and is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated candidate for a Field Construction Technician position. This is a standard 40-hour-a-week position but may require working contractor hours which may include some nights and weekends with overtime available. This is an engineering position within the Construction Section where we provide inspection and oversight services on heavy highway construction projects including roadway bridge and railroad with the occasional rock blasting rail trail or even a covered bridge project.

The selected candidate for this position will be assigned to a construction project to learn about some of the following during the construction season:

• Acting as an inspector by observing verifying measuring documenting the work performed by Contractors and making payments for acceptable work.
• Interpreting the plans and specifications that relate to the project.
• Construction materials sampling and testing.
• Reviewing and checking project records and documentation.
• Setting up and operating survey equipment tabulating data and performing calculations in the field.

The career path for this position is linear with the first step becoming a proficient inspector. Then an office engineer and chief inspector roles are next and subsequently followed by becoming a Resident Engineer who oversees and manages the Contract daily to ensure compliance with construction processes and materials to be incorporated into the project. If gaining design experience is a must The Agency of Transportation does offer rotational positions that allow for construction during the construction season and the ability to gain design experience in the construction off-season. At the Agency of Transportations Construction Section you are not applying for a job but rather deciding upon a lifestyle.

Construction Inspectors and Resident Engineers are exposed to a wide variety of construction projects ranging from paving roadway and bridge construction to railroad work rock slope stabilization and even the occasional covered bridge restoration. While gaining valuable experience actively inspecting and documenting all aspects of transportation projects you will have an opportunity to collaborate with designers contractors state and local officials and subject matter experts from all disciplines of engineering and construction. You will assist in the inspection of a specific project or multiple projects under the direction of a Chief Inspector or Resident Engineer. The work can be challenging and yet very rewarding with abundant opportunities including the potential for design experience as you advance your career and grow professionally. Successful candidates will have an opportunity to work on a variety of tasks of differing complexities both independently and in team environments.

The official workstation is Construction Headquarters in Berlin but you will report directly to projects when they are active. This position is regional so even though the official workstation is in Berlin there are opportunities to report elsewhere in the off-season with your teammates. These include but are not limited to the regional offices in Colchester Mendon White River Junction or St. Johnsbury. There is potential for telework in the off-season as well.

Who May Apply

This position AOT Technician IV (Job Requisition #53237) is open to all State employees and external applicants.

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 Technician III: 53222
• AOT Technician IV: 53237
• AOT Technician V: 53238

If you would like more information about this position please contact Seth Hisman at
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Duties are generally performed in an office laboratory and field setting for which private means of transportation must be available. Fieldwork 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. Attendance at public meetings as an agency representative may be required. Some public speaking may be needed. Strong differences of opinion may be encountered with contractors property owners and the general public. Out of state travel may be required. Overtime needs are predictable.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in engineering technology environmental technology surveying construction technology architecture construction management or related technical field AND two (2) years of experience performing engineering support tasks involved in one or more of the following: planning surveying design inspection construction research and statistics testing investigation maintenance or construction of various types of civil engineering projects.

OR

Associate degree in civil engineering environmental technology engineering technology surveying construction technology architecture or related field AND four (4) years of experience as described above.

OR

High school graduation or equivalent AND six (6) years of experience as described above.

OR

One year of experience as an AOT Technician III with the State of Vermont.

Special Requirements

Some positions in this job class may require possession of a valid drivers license.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity but its more than a paycheck. The States 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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