Lead Transportation Worker IV — Roadway Maintenance

State of North Carolina - Department of Transportation; North Carolina; On-site; USD 39,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

State of North Carolina - Department of Transportation seeks a Transportation Worker IV (S) for the Robeson County Maintenance Unit. The role operates heavy equipment, leads a maintenance crew, and conducts road work, drainage, and snow/ice operations while following safety protocols and written and oral instructions.

Applicants must meet CDL requirements, pass pre-employment checks, and be able to work outdoors in all weather. A strong background in safety and equipment operation is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent) and six years of equipment operation experience.
• Experience in shoulder/ditch maintenance, pipe installation, or asphalt patching preferred.
• Ability to supervise and train others, and direct daily work of a crew.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of equipment including bulldozer, excavator, backhoe, skid steer, and more.
• Lead a highway maintenance crew and ensure safety and productivity.
• Install traffic and erosion control devices; perform road grading, patching, and snow/ice removal.
• Maintain records, follow oral/written instructions, and adapt to adverse weather and traffic conditions.

Skills

Work Zone Safety

Workplace Safety

Supervision

Snow & Ice Removal

Equipment Operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Backhoe

Tandem dump truck

Motor grader

Front end loader

Forklift

Asphalt patcher

Job description

State of North Carolina - Department of Transportation seeks a Transportation Worker IV (S) for the Robeson County Maintenance Unit. The role operates heavy equipment, leads a maintenance crew, and conducts road work, drainage, and snow/ice operations while following safety protocols and written and oral instructions.

Applicants must meet CDL requirements, pass pre-employment checks, and be able to work outdoors in all weather. A strong background in safety and equipment operation is essential.