Facilities Materials Specialist I

Salary : $41,953.60 - $68,764.80 Annually
Location : BED - 585 Pine Street, Burlington, VT
Job Type: Regular Full Time Non Exempt
Job Number: BED Fac Materials Specialist I
Department: Burlington Electric
Opening Date: 05/28/2026
Closing Date: 6/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: IBEW


General Purpose
This position is responsible for performing general business duties for BED which encompasses improving, maintaining, and repairing BED's buildings, grounds, automotive fleet, and mail processing activities and assist in stockroom activities.

Union Affiliation : International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW)
Pay Grade 3: $20.17 - $33.06 Hourly
Remote Tier 1: Zero (0) days remote/week
Please note BED is looking to hire one Facilities Materials Specialist to join the team. Applications for Facilities Materials Specialist I and Facilities Materials Specialist II will be considered to fill this opening.

Essential Job Functions

Buildings and Grounds

• Performs building and ground maintenance, including, painting, lawn care, planting of shrubs, trees, and flowers, shoveling snow, and mowing at Pine Street, Gas Turbine and Winooski One Hydro and substations
• Operates forklifts and plows and performs a variety of other labor-intensive duties.
• Perform carpentry repairs on furniture and building structures, including but not limited to, doors, windows, locks, shelving units, etc. Performs miscellaneous maintenance duties, as necessary.
• Sets up/tears down auditorium and Spark Space for various daily events.

Mail Processing

• Process outgoing mail, including customer billing as necessary
• Operate machines and equipment necessary to carry out the functions of the mailroom including, but not limited to; folding machine, stuffing machine and postage meter, etc.
• Handles Daily Payment Processing data, including but not limited to; cash and check payments, etc. that are brought to the bank.
• Opens the mail and drop box payments.
• Process dead mail returned by the Post Office.

Stockroom

• Assist in the exchange of rubber protective equipment, as per Section 20 of the BED Accident Prevention Manual.
• Responsible for maintaining clear access to contaminated storage area per VOSHA requirements.
• Responsible to see that the warehouses are locked and secure at all times.
• Operate Forklift as required
• Maintain inventory and garage bay areas, including, but not limited to; sweeping, mopping, dusting, etc.
• Running parts/supplies out to field personnel as needed
• Assist with making inventory labels for incoming material.
• Assist with duties related to preparing and shipping out items via Fed-x, UPS, and Freight.
• Assist with disposal of salvage materials in proper manner.
• Assist with receiving, unloading, and accounting for material purchased and supplied to BED
• Assist in conducting weekly and annual inventory counts.

Non-Essential Job Functions:
Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements

• Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
• High school diploma, Adult Education or equivalent.
• Minimum One (1) year experience in building maintenance environment - preferred
• Experience operating office machinery preferred.
• Working knowledge of personal computers using the internet and Outlook
• Knowledge of materials and equipment associated with an electric utility highly preferred.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid Vermont driver's license required
• Ability to operate a fork-lift, plow truck and related tools and equipment required.
• Must be tactful, courteous, and able to get along well with co-workers and the public.
• Must possess good communication skills, be able to follow oral and written directions, have the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and how to solve problems.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions required.
• Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions.
• Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules and personnel policies.
• Ability to work overtime as needed consistent with the provisions of the BED/IBEW Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Additional Information
Promoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity.


The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.

In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply.

Applications for our employment opportunities are only accepted online through our website.

For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at or .
The City of Burlington is proud to offer full time employees a comprehensive benefits program that includes:

• Medical/Dental Insurance Coverage
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Flexible Spending Programs
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Leave (Sick and Vacation)
• Pension Plan
• Contributory Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Free Yoga Membership to Sangha Studios (Burlington, Williston & online)
• Tuition Discounts for Champlain College TruEd
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Bonus Incentives Program
• Local & National Store Discounts
• Subsidized Transportation Options
• Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

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Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a working knowledge of computers, including Microsoft Outlook and internet applications?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the ability to operate a forklift, plow truck, and related maintenance equipment?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the ability to obtain and maintain a Valid Vermont driver's license and pass a motor vehicle record check?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess good communication skills, the ability to follow oral and written directions, prioritization skills, and the ability to problem solve?

• Yes
• No

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