BGS Utility Mechanic - Temporary

The Department of Buildings and General Services (BGS) is seeking a temporary Utility Mechanic to join our team in the Newport/Derby area.

This role offers a variety of hands-on responsibilities, which may include:

• Assisting with installation, maintenance, and repair of building structures and systems, including electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
• Performing cleaning and housekeeping duties independently or as part of a team.
• Supporting groundskeeping, trash removal, and recycling efforts.
• Following all applicable safety procedures and building codes.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

This position will work Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, approximately 40 hours per week. Occasional weekend and overtime work may be required. This temporary position is available through September 2025. Successful completion of a background check is required for this position.

This position, BGS Utility Mechanic (Job Requisition #52656), is open to all State employees and external applicants.This is a temporary position. Temporary work is typically for variable hours and is not expected to be full-time. The State does not guarantee 40 hours of work per week.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Gary Champney at gary.champney@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Duties are performed at state buildings, and may include correctional facilities, where contact with inmates may be anticipated. Incumbents may encounter harassment or hostile behavior and must be able to respond in a calm and professional manner. Must be able to climb ladders, lift weights up to 75 pounds, and work in cramped, wet, or poorly ventilated areas. Plumbing repairs often entail exposure to raw sewage, for which protective clothing must be worn. Work in all types of weather should be anticipated. May require possession of a valid driver's license. May require emergency response to calls outside of regular work hours. Some potential for physical injury may be present.

One (1) year or more in building repair and maintenance work.

OR

Two (2) years of building custodial work at an independent level that involves experience with equipment.

OR

Completion of a one year vocational/technical training program in building trades, mechanical repair, or closely related field.

Some positions in this class may require a valid driver's license and/or own transportation for travel between work sites.

A criminal record check and/or child abuse registry check may be required for some positions within this class based on the locations where duties are to be performed.

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.