Military Maintenance Specialist II

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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: $22.51

Maximum Salary: $34.91

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 II (Job Requisition #53992), 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.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Work is performed at military facilities in Vermont. 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, and must obtain heavy equipment operation certification for tractors, loaders, excavators, forklifts etc. within first six months of employment.

Since work is performed at a military installation, 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 and two (2) or more years’ experience in building construction, maintenance or a related field

OR

One (1) or more years as a Military Maintenance Specialist I

Five (5) or more years of work experience in building construction or maintenance

Building Trades/Vocational Education

Military experience

Previous experience working on a military installation

Possess a CDL License

Incumbents of this job may be required to have a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) issued, 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 or location.

Possession of a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) may be required for assigned duties

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

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