District Mechanic

Agriculture & Consumer Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 36,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (N.C. Forest Service) is seeking skilled technicians to maintain and repair heavy equipment used in field operations across 100 counties.

The role involves diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues, following official manuals and safety protocols, and performing welding/fabrication as needed. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED (or equivalent experience) and may require EPA certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Experience in automotive or heavy equipment repair incl welding.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair heavy equipment; troubleshoot diesel and gasoline engines.
• Use repair manuals and schematics to guide service.
• Repair irrigation equipment and perform welding/fabrication.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Mechanical experience

Electrical systems

Heavy equipment repair

Welding and fabrication

Manuals and schematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

EPA technician certification

Education/Experience equivalency

Job description

About Us

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.

Description of Work

Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above. ***This is a readvertisement. All previous applicants MUST reapply to be considered.*** The North Carolina Forest Service is designated as an emergency response Division and is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs. The NC Forest Service provides services to the 100 counties in North Carolina.

The primary job functions of this position are:

• Maintains and repairs heavy equipment, as well as trouble shoots complex mechanical problems including diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, final drives, hydraulics, brakes and undercarriage problems.
• Will need to use and comprehend repair manuals and schematics.
• Provide irrigation equipment repair including electric, PTO and engine driven pumps as well as repair and maintain specialized forestry equipment and will also provide welding and metal fabrication.

Environmental exposures are adverse weather, forest pests, hunters, intense heat, dust and smoke.

Work hours are typically 8-5, Mon-Fri. Some work functions require evening, holiday and/or weekend work. Wildfire & disaster/emergency response functions require readiness 24/7. Some overnight travel required for emergency response and/or training. Residency will be discussed at the time of interview.

Duty Station Location: 221 Airport Road Fayetteville, NC

Employee must operate a state vehicle and have a valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver’s License. Either possession of a current Commercial Driver’s License on the date of hire, OR the North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License must be obtained through completion of on-the-job training or employer sponsored training and all requirements mandated by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (Federal Registry 49 CFR 383) within 360 days of the date of hire. Pre-employment drug testing is required for this position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $35,596 - $62,294

• Knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations including shop and equipment safety.
• Experience using various mechanical, electrical and computer systems.
• Ability to do heavy lifting and pulling when required as related to mechanical duties.
• Experience in repair and maintenance of automotive or heavy equipment: welding and fabrication, automotive painting and operation of heavy equipment.
• Basic computer skills, i.e. email, internet, database.

Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience. Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application.

Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22.

All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety-sensitive positions, and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing. All positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals. Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment. If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position.

* Note: When required, you must answer the question(s) for this position, or your application will be considered incomplete.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma or a sufficient year-for-year combination of education and experience in the repair work to which assigned; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualifications

May require current certification by the EPA as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

State Application Resources / Frequently Asked Questions

Valuing Education and Experience. The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post‑secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide.

All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.

Additional Information

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time‑limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!