Town Of Barre Department Of Public Works

05/29/2026

Traffic Alert – Quarry Hill Road Overnight Closure

As part of the Vermont Agency of Transportation’s Barre Town Quarry Hill Road Railroad Crossing Project, Quarry Hill Road will be fully closed overnight between Fisher Road and Cherrywood Drive to allow for railroad track and tie installation.

The closure will be in place:

Tonight, Friday, May 29, starting at 9:00 PM
through
Tomorrow, Saturday, May 30, at 6:00 AM

Traffic will be maintained using a signed detour route.

Drivers on Quarry Hill Road near Fisher Road will be directed north on Quarry Hill Road to Quarry Street, then right onto Vermont Route 14/South Main Street, right onto U.S. Route 302, right around the roundabout onto Vermont Route 110, right onto Websterville Road, and back to Quarry Hill Road.

Drivers on Quarry Hill Road near Cherrywood Drive will follow the detour route in reverse.

The latest VTrans construction update is available here:
https://conta.cc/4uGpeFZ

Please plan ahead, follow the posted detour signs, and allow extra travel time. Thank you for your patience while this railroad crossing safety improvement work is completed.

Email from Vermont Agency of Transportation May 29, 2026   Construction Update Barre Town - Quarry Hill Road Railroad Crossing Project [Barre Town STP 6100(15)] DATE: Friday, May 29, 2026 TRAFFIC IM

05/14/2026

Congratulations to Bryon, Craig, and Lindsey from the Barre Town Department of Public Works Water Division for being recognized by the Vermont Rural Water Association with the 2026 Best Tasting Water award for the Websterville Water System.

This is a tremendous accomplishment and a reflection of the hard work, dedication, and pride they put into the art and science of producing safe, high-quality drinking water for our community every single day.

We could not be more proud of the work they do, and personally, this is a very proud dad moment. Their commitment and attention to detail are clearly paying off, and it is great to see them receive the recognition they so well deserve.

To make it even better, they were only one vote away from taking home the overall Best Tasting Water award. And while they narrowly missed the top overall spot, Bryon did bring home the award for Best Mustache.

Please join us in congratulating Bryon, Craig, and Lindsey on this outstanding achievement and for representing Barre Town so well.

04/22/2026

Barre Town Public Works Notice:

Beginning Friday, April 24, 2026, Quarry Hill will operate as a temporary four-way stop with traffic lights in place at the Fisher road intersection. This change is part of the ongoing VTrans project and crossing improvements.

Please use caution in the area, expect minor delays, and follow all posted traffic controls.

For any questions regarding the project, please contact the State of Vermont Agency of Transportation.

04/02/2026

🚧 Traffic Alert – Quarry Hill Rd Crossing Improvements 🚧

The Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) will begin work on the STP 6100(15) Barre Town Quarry Hill Rd Crossing Improvements Project on April 6, 2026. This project is located on Quarry Hill Rd at the WACR M&B Rail Line.

Project work will include:
• Track upgrades
• Installation of new crossing signal lights
• Installation of advance warning (pre-warning) lights

Construction is expected to continue through June 2026. During this time:
• There will be periodic lane closures
• A full road closure for one night will be required to install the track panel (date to be determined)

Please plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and use caution when traveling through the area.

For more information about the project, visit:
https://resources.vtrans.vermont.gov/FactSheet/default.aspx?pin=23G012

We will continue to provide updates as more definitive dates and details become available.

02/18/2026

PUBLIC WORKS PERSON/HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Barre Town is accepting applications for a Public Works Person/Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience operating a variety of heavy machinery in a safe and efficient manner. This is a full-time, year-round position that performs a wide variety of tasks associated with public works, to include roads, drainage, sewerage system, water distribution, and building maintenance.
Minimum qualifications are high school diploma or equivalent; valid driver’s license; physical ability to perform heavy lifting; ability to operate large trucks with snowplow and wing plow. A Class B CDL isn’t required to be hired but will be required within one year of employment. Work experience in at least one of the following is a plus: building trades, utility (earth) construction; operating equipment or driving large dump trucks.
Usual hours are M-F, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm. Overtime is required, including nighttime, weekend and holiday work, depending on weather, road conditions and emergencies. The starting hourly rate is between $29.92 - $31.20 per hour depending on qualifications. A higher starting wage is possible depending on the amount of related experience.
Excellent benefits include health, dental, life and short-term disability insurance, a defined retirement benefit plan through VT Municipal Employees Retirement System, uniforms and annual reimbursement for safety boots. Generous paid leave is provided to include vacation (2-weeks after first year); 12-sick days a year; holidays (9); and floating holidays (4).
Interested individuals may obtain an application at the Town Manager’s Office in the Municipal Building at 149 Websterville Road; by calling (802) 479-9331; at barretown.org; or by clicking the QR code. Applications must be returned to the Manager’s Office (P.O. Box 116, Websterville, VT, 05678) by 4:30 pm on March 6, 2026.
~ The Town of Barre is an Equal Opportunity Employer ~

01/29/2026

01/27/2026

💧 NOW HIRING – Assistant Water Operator 💧
Town of Barre, Vermont

The Town of Barre is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our Public Works team as an Assistant Water Operator. This is a great opportunity to serve your community while building a stable, well-paying career in public utilities.

✅ Starting Pay: $31.55/hour (higher possible with experience)
✅ Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
✅ Excellent Benefits: Health, dental, retirement, paid leave, uniforms, and boot reimbursement

Position Highlights:
🔹 Water distribution & wastewater collection operations
🔹 Equipment maintenance & repair
🔹 Water quality testing
🔹 Emergency response
🔹 Training and licensing support

📍 Location: Barre Town, VT
🕓 Apply By: February 10, 2026

For the full job description visit our website BarreTown.org under employment opportunities.

📄 Applications available at:
• Town Manager’s Office, 149 Websterville Rd
• www.barretown.org

• Call (802) 479-9331
• Or scan the QR code on the flyer

Help protect public health and keep Barre running strong—apply today!

12/04/2025

Snow squalls have been playing peek‑a‑boo with us all day—one minute it’s clear, the next it’s a white‑out worthy of a snow globe shake.

But don’t fear, Public Works is here! 💪 Our crews are out scraping, salting, and making sure your afternoon commute isn’t an Olympic sport.

Think of us as the unsung superheroes of winter: capes replaced with Carhartts, and our superpower is turning slippery roads into safe ones. 🦸‍♂️🛻

👉 Until the roads are fully clear, please keep those speeds safe and steady. We’ll handle the scraping—you handle the slowing.

So buckle up, drive smart, and give a wave if you see us—because while the squalls keep sneaking in, we’ll keep scraping them out.

Barre Town: 1, Snow Squalls: 0.

10/31/2025

10/29/2025

The Town Office is CLOSED to all in person business today 10/29/25 and tomorrow 10/30/25. Staff is available via phone or email. Sorry for the inconvenience we will see you on Halloween.