Right of Way Field Technician I

Right of Way Field Technician I

Salary

$58,406.40 - $65,041.60 Annually

Location

645 Pine Street, Burlington, VT

Job Type

Regular Full Time Non Exempt

Job Number

DPW Right of Way Field Tech I

Department

Public Works

Division

Maintenance

Opening Date

07/08/2026

Closing Date

8/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

AFSCME

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

General Purpose

This position is responsible for maintaining, installing and repairing safe and clean City streets and sidewalks. This position also performs construction, maintenance and repair work on City streets, grounds, sidewalks, buildings, sewers and storm collection and drainage systems. Operates snowplow and other snow removal equipment as requested during and after snowstorms.

Union Affiliation: American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

Pay Grade 14: $28.08 - $31.27 Hourly

Remote Tier 1: Zero (0) days remote/month

Essential Job Functions

• Repair and maintain safe and clean streets, sidewalks and surrounding areas; patch potholes, lay asphalt and resurface for proper drainage.
• Replace sidewalks and curbs.
• Raise or lower manhole or storm drain covers.
• Clean and clear trash, dirt and other debris from streets, sidewalks and surrounding areas.
• Operate, inspect and perform basic maintenance on street division equipment, including but not limited to: dump truck, front end loader, sidewalk plows, backhoe, etc.
• Clear streets, sidewalks and surrounding areas of snow and ice; salt as required.
• Locate sewer line breaks; repair appropriately.
• Perform seasonal street, sewer and storm drainage maintenance duties, including but not limited to: repairing lawns, fences, driveways damaged by snowplow operations, etc.
• Gather asset information for various categories of infrastructure, making use of hand-held computer, GPS receiver and tablet.
• Unclog sewer lines and clean storm drainage basins. Complete written forms, enter information in the field on tablet.
• Act as "Ambassador" for the City, carrying out work and interacting with co-workers and the public in a respectful, professional manner.
• Perform recycling collection duties, on an as needed basis, when recycling staff numbers are insufficient to effectively collect recycling.
• Clear trash, debris, and belongings on an as needed basis from identified homeless encampments.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements

• Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
• High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of related construction experience, such as, highway, sewer, and drainage construction required.
• Must obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver's License Class B, with tanker endorsement within 6 months from date of hire.
• Backhoe, plowing with seven-yard dump truck, concrete work experience preferred.
• Must operate snowplow and other snow removal equipment as requested during and after snowstorms.
• Ability to raise and lower manhole covers, storm drain covers required.
• Ability to operate all related equipment, for example, concrete mixers, bucket loaders, dump trucks, snowplows, sweepers, back hoe, skid steer, and all related hand and power tools etc.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions required.
• Must be able to be on call and work nights, weekends and holidays as required.
• Must be a self-motivated, flexible, safety-conscious, team-oriented individual that embraces the 6 operating principles; Customer Service, Fiscal Responsibility, Good Labor Relations, Employee Empowerment, Cooperation and Constant Improvement.
• Must learn and follow VOSHA safety rules and regulations.
• Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions.
• Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules and personnel policies.

Additional Information

Promoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity

The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.

In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply.

Applications for our employment opportunities are only accepted online through our Government Jobs website.

For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at 802-540-2505 or careers@burlingtonvt.gov.

The City of Burlington is proud to offer full time employees a comprehensive benefits program that includes:

• Medical/Dental Insurance Coverage
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Flexible Spending Programs
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Leave (Sick and Vacation)
• Pension Plan
• Contributory Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Free Yoga Membership to Sangha Studios (Burlington, Williston & online)
• Tuition Discounts for Champlain College TruEd
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Bonus Incentives Program
• Local & National Store Discounts
• Subsidized Transportation Options
• Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

For additional details please visit https://www.burlingtonvt.gov/HR/benefitsinformation

01

Do you have at least a High School Diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have at least two (2) years of related construction experience, such as, highway, sewer, and drainage construction?

• Yes
• No

03

I acknowledge that I must have a valid drivers license and be able to pass a Motor Vehicle Record check.

• Yes
• No

04

I acknowledge this role requires working on-call which may mean nights, weekends, and holiday overtime.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Burlington, Vermont

Address 149 Church St.

Burlington, Vermont, 05401

Phone 802-540-2505

Website https://www.burlingtonvt.gov