CPT Maintenance Jobs
Maintenance roles in facilities management, building systems, and equipment repair can qualify for CPT when your program includes applied technical training. Your DSO must confirm the work directly integrates with your curriculum before you start. Hands-on roles in HVAC, electrical systems, or preventive maintenance are common CPT placements.
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The Agency of Transportation is seeking an Intern Maintenance Worker for a position in the District 8 Highgate Ctr garage.
This is a unique opportunity to learn and receive training in the field of highway equipment maintenance. Duties include but are not limited to repair/maintenance of trucks and equipment, assisting with snow and ice control, guardrail installation, patching potholes, and cleaning the roadside.
The position is open to students that are actively pursuing a high school diploma or equivalent. The work schedules offer flexibility, with the ideal candidate being able to work full shifts on school breaks and/or as their school schedule allows.
Who May Apply
This position, Transportation Intern Maintenance Worker - Temporary (Job Requisition #55796), 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 Jordan Quilliam at jordan.quilliam@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Environmental Factors
Duties require working in extreme outdoor weather conditions. Employees may be required to report to work outside of their work schedule and if so must be reachable by phone. Dangers are present when work is performed near heavy equipment, hazardous materials, and roadside litter. Employees may be exposed to blood and airborne pathogens. Hazards are always present when working on the roads as traffic passes. An incumbent must be able to use tools and equipment commonly used in routine maintenance work as well as lift materials commonly used in routine maintenance work. Overtime work may be required, particularly during the winter months.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be actively pursuing a high school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
A current, valid driver's license is preferred.
Special Requirements
An incumbent must live within reasonable proximity of assigned workstation.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Overview
The Agency of Transportation is seeking an Intern Maintenance Worker for a position in the District 8 Highgate Ctr garage.
This is a unique opportunity to learn and receive training in the field of highway equipment maintenance. Duties include but are not limited to repair/maintenance of trucks and equipment, assisting with snow and ice control, guardrail installation, patching potholes, and cleaning the roadside.
The position is open to students that are actively pursuing a high school diploma or equivalent. The work schedules offer flexibility, with the ideal candidate being able to work full shifts on school breaks and/or as their school schedule allows.
Who May Apply
This position, Transportation Intern Maintenance Worker - Temporary (Job Requisition #55796), 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 Jordan Quilliam at jordan.quilliam@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Environmental Factors
Duties require working in extreme outdoor weather conditions. Employees may be required to report to work outside of their work schedule and if so must be reachable by phone. Dangers are present when work is performed near heavy equipment, hazardous materials, and roadside litter. Employees may be exposed to blood and airborne pathogens. Hazards are always present when working on the roads as traffic passes. An incumbent must be able to use tools and equipment commonly used in routine maintenance work as well as lift materials commonly used in routine maintenance work. Overtime work may be required, particularly during the winter months.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be actively pursuing a high school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
A current, valid driver's license is preferred.
Special Requirements
An incumbent must live within reasonable proximity of assigned workstation.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
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Do maintenance jobs qualify for CPT authorization?
Maintenance roles can qualify for CPT if the work is an integral part of your enrolled curriculum, not just related to your major. Facilities operations, HVAC systems, electrical maintenance, and preventive repair work are common qualifying areas, particularly for students in engineering technology, facilities management, or applied science programs. Your DSO makes the final determination based on how the job duties map to your current coursework.
How do I find maintenance employers who understand CPT work authorization?
Search for maintenance and facilities roles on Migrate Mate, where employers have documented work authorization filing history. Large property management companies, universities, hospitals, and municipal facilities departments are among the most consistent CPT employers in the maintenance sector because their HR teams regularly process employment verification paperwork for international staff and student workers.
Can I start a maintenance job before my updated I-20 arrives?
No. You must have your DSO-issued I-20 with the CPT authorization and the specific employer listed before your first day of work. Starting even one day early is an unauthorized employment violation that can jeopardize your F-1 status. Give your employer a realistic start date that accounts for your school's processing timeline, which varies by institution but often takes five to ten business days.
Does full-time CPT in a maintenance role affect my OPT eligibility?
Yes, if you accumulate 12 months or more of full-time CPT, you lose your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, defined as fewer than 20 hours per week, does not affect OPT regardless of duration. If your maintenance internship runs full-time over a summer or academic year, calculate the cumulative total carefully with your DSO before committing to the role.
What academic programs typically support CPT for maintenance work?
Engineering technology, facilities management, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, construction management, and applied science programs most commonly support CPT placements in maintenance roles. The key requirement is that your school's curriculum explicitly includes practical training or cooperative education as a component, and that the specific maintenance duties in your job offer correspond to coursework you're currently enrolled in or have recently completed.