DPS Vehicle & Equipment Technician

Final date to receive applications Date: 04/16/2026

Department:
Public Safety

Location:

Colchester, VT, US

Position Type:
Permanent

Schedule Type:
Full Time

Minimum Salary: $27.50

Maximum Salary: $42.94

The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking a Vehicle & Equipment Technician. The repair facility is located in the historic Fort Ethan Allen Complex in Colchester. The position may have minimal overtime or extended hours, depending on the needs of the Department.

The Technician will be working closely with a team of Fleet professionals that are responsible for over 500 vehicles, trailers, and items of equipment. The small team consists of two other experienced Technicians, a Shop Supervisor, a Data Entry Clerk, a Program Specialist, and the Fleet Manager.

The primary vehicles used by the department are the Police Ford Explorer, Chevy Silverado, Jeep Cherokee, Ford Escape, Ford F150, and several large specialty vehicles. General responsibilities include LOF's, tires, brakes, tune-ups, emergency equipment install, and striping and lettering on vehicles. In some cases, the position will be dispatched with the flat bed to recover disabled vehicles.

This position,
DPS Vehicle & Equipment Technician (Job Requisition #54771), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact David Tifft ft. Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting. Resumes will not be accepted via e‑mail. You must apply online to be considered.

PUBLIC SAFETY BACKGROUND CHECKS:
Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position to include Motor Vehicle/Criminal Records, Personal History, Credit and any additional background check(s).

Duties are generally performed in the public safety garage, but some work at remote facilities may be required. Incumbents will be required to operate a truck or other state vehicles in order to make repairs or recoveries and require a valid Vermont driver's license. Sufficient physical strength is needed to perform duties which may require lifting weights of as much as 80 pounds.

Exposure to noise, vehicles in operation, petroleum products and paint odors are probable. Some risk of injury is inherent in this position. Overtime work may be required.

Four (4) years or more of experience servicing, maintaining, and repairing automotive equipment.

Completion of trade school or technician program, or other relevant training or certification.

Experience with diagnostics and/or welding.

A valid driver’s license is required.

A Vermont Inspection license within 60 days of employment.

Incumbent must provide the tools required for this position.

Must be able to lift a minimum of 80 pounds.

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

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.