AOT Senior Occupational Safety Technician Job Listing at State of Vermont in Barre, VT (Job ID 51E1A13F-1B4B-4)

Description

Overview

The Occupational Safety and Health Department of the Vermont Agency of Transportation (AOT) is growing their team to better support the employees they serve. An ideal candidate would thrive in an ever-changing environment with opportunities to work in an outdoor and office setting. This position requires empathy, critical thinking, good organizational skills, the ability to be self-directed to accomplish collaborative goals and effective communication. If you like to help others, learn and challenge yourself to grow, in a fast paced but supportive environment, that fosters positive engagement with the employees that we serve and advise, this may be the position for you!

 

This very active position will provide Occupational Safety compliance and hazard assessment support to all Agency of Transportation employees in the Southeastern Region of Vermont. This position will require extensive knowledge of Occupational Safety standards in both the General Industry as well as Construction and will perform field work in a variety of outdoor and office environments as well as technical research and writing. This position works closely with employees, Agency leadership and VOSHA, so strong communication and interpersonal skills are required. 

 

This position has the option for a hybrid office/work from home and flex schedule to accommodate occasional night work. Generally, work hours are from 7:00am to 3:30pm.

 

As of July 14, 2024 the step 1 rate for pay grade 25 will be $29.87 per hour. 

Who May Apply

This position, AOT Senior Occupational Safety Technician (Job Requisition #50203), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Liz Beebe at liz.beebe@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Duties are typically performed at buildings, projects or worksites, both indoors and outdoors, with some office work expected. Incumbent performs building, project worksite visits, walks for long periods of time, climbs ladders to reach catwalks, platforms and scaffolds, enters confined spaces such as excavation sites or uses other means to observe all potential dangerous working conditions. Exposure to hazards and hazardous materials associated with projects and other worksite activities can be anticipated. Exposure to all weather conditions and worksite hazards is common, involving noise, odor, dirt, dust, dampness, and to noxious chemicals, fumes, and materials. Incumbent may encounter strong opinions and adversarial situations. Serves as a consultant and change agent in emergency situations where strong critical thinking and communication skills are required to a variety of individuals to include but not limited to inside and outside of the Agency, state government, municipalities, regulatory compliance officers and political officials. Traversing on rough terrain, working in cramped and poorly ventilated areas, as well as exposure to heavy operating equipment can be anticipated. Incumbent is expected to walk, bend and reach for extended periods, have the ability to climb tall ladders, and bend or stoop in confined spaces. Some jobs require an employee to work on high structures. Some field work may require the employee to work where there is a significant chance of injury and to work in tunnels and crawl spaces.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, hazardous materials management, risk management, engineering, or related field (3) or more years of experience in occupational safety, workplace safety, industrial engineering, plant maintenance engineering, transportation, construction, or related industrial work.
OR
High School diploma or equivalent AND five (5) or more years of experience in occupational safety, workplace safety, industrial engineering, plant maintenance engineering, transportation, construction, or related industrial work.

Special Requirements

A valid driver's license is required.

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.

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