Military Maintenance Specialist I

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Final date to receive applications Date: 08/05/2026

Department:
Military

Location:

Colchester, VT, US

Position Type:
Permanent

Schedule Type:
Full Time

Minimum Salary: $21.41

Maximum Salary: $33.11

The Vermont Military Department is looking for a Military Maintenance Specialist to work primarily at Camp Johnson in Colchester.

Military Maintenance Specialists are responsible for maintenance work across multiple trades including but limited to:

• HVAC
• Plumbing
• Electrical
• Heating

Military Maintenance Specialists also maintain the grounds, roads and training areas requiring snow removal in the winter months. May be responsible for operating heavy equipment, including loaders, excavators, dozers and heavy trucks equipped with plows and wings.

Additionally, qualified candidates will have:

• Knowledge of the methods, practices, tools and materials used in facilities maintenance and repair work.
• Knowledge of safety procedures required when performing construction or repair of building systems.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to complete assignments correctly, and in a safe and timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors.

This position,
Military Maintenance Specialist I (Job Requisition #53991), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Work is performed at State and Federal military facilities statewide. An incumbent often works near or with hazardous materials, including ammunition. Work requires entering confined spaces, removing snow on runways, and exposure to loud noises. An incumbent operates heavy equipment. Since work is performed at State and Federal military facilities statewide, an incumbent must be eligible to obtain and hold a secret security clearance issued by the federal government.

An incumbent must be able to climb ladders and lift equipment and materials weighing as much as fifty pounds. Work is performed in all kinds of weather. Some work outside of normal working hours may be required, including travel and overnight stay.

High School diploma or equivalent.

Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Building Trades/Vocational Education

Military experience

Previous experience working on a military installation

Incumbents of this job may be required to have issued a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC), which is issued only upon passing a federal background check (Tier
1) including a fingerprint-supported criminal record check. Possession of CAC may be a condition of continued employment according to assigned duties and or location.

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, 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.