Regional Mechanic

State of North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina is seeking a Regional Mechanic to maintain and repair heavy equipment critical for forest protection and resource management. This role requires expertise in mechanical systems and the ability to work in adverse environmental conditions. Applicants must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License and are subject to pre-employment drug testing.

Benefits

Employee health insurance options

Standard retirement plans

Paid vacation and sick leave

Qualifications

• 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 as related to mechanical duties.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs heavy equipment, troubleshooting complex mechanical problems.
• Provides irrigation equipment repair including electric, PTO, and engine driven pumps.
• Welding and metal fabrication for specialized forestry equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations

Ability to do heavy lifting

Experience using mechanical, electrical and computer systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Description of Work

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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:

2958 Rouse Road Extension, Kinston, NC 28504

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.

Click Here to Learn more about State Employee Benefits.

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.

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Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of the Experience and Education listed on the application.

To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:

• 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.
  
  

Management Preferences

• 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, data base.
• Experience using a forklift operation.
  
  

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

You may qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience, either through years of education or years of directly related experience, or a combination of both.

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.

Supplemental and Contact Information

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.

Please follow the instructions to apply online. It is important that your application includes all your relevant 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. *

Questions regarding this posting? Contact 919-707-3201.

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For Permanent And Time-limited Appointments

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.

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Do you possess a valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License or able to obtain one through completion of on-the-job training within 360 days from date of hire?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Do you have knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations including shop and, equipment safety? (If YES, under the “duties/skills” sections of your application specifically list in detail what and how this knowledge/skill and/or experience was used. This information must be on your application in order to receive credit and qualify for the position.)

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Do you have experience using various mechanical, electrical and computer systems? (If YES, under the “duties/skills” sections of your application specifically list in detail what and how this knowledge/skill and/or experience was used. This information must be on your application in order to receive credit and qualify for the position.)

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Have you ever been convicted of an offense against the law other than a minor traffic violation? (A conviction does not mean that you cannot be hired. The offense and how recently you were convicted will be evaluated in relation to the job for which you are applying).

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

If you answered "yes" that you have been convicted of an offense against the law other than a minor traffic violation, please explain the nature of the conviction and the date. If you answered "no" enter NA

06

To the best of your knowledge, have you or a company that you have worked for been given a warning letter, civil penalty, notice of violation or a settlement agreement by the NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services or one of its divisions while you were employed with that company?

• Yes
• No
  
  

07

If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please explain the nature of the warning letter, civil penalty, notice of violation or settlement agreement, the date, and how it was resolved if you have knowledge of that information. If you answered "No", please type N/A.

• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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