Transportation Worker II - Creswell Bridge Maintenance

NCDOT; Creswell (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

NC Department of Transportation seeks a Transportation Worker II for Creswell Bridge Maintenance. The role involves maintenance and construction of bridges, culverts, and pipes within Division One, based in Creswell, WA. The job requires working in all weather, near traffic, and with power tools.

The candidate must be able to operate CDL equipment, lift up to 100 lbs, and pass pre-employment checks. Night and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• High School or GED plus three years of related equipment operation experience or an equivalent combination.
• Must possess or obtain Commercial Driver's License within 360 days of hire.
• Knowledge of bridge maintenance and construction procedures is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and construction on state-owned fixed and moveable bridges and related structures.
• Work in diverse environments, including near heavy traffic and heavy equipment.
• Climb, bend, and walk on uneven terrain and lift up to 100 pounds occasionally.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Traffic control in work zones

Bridge maintenance procedures

Carpentry formwork

Structural steel fitting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Three years related experience

Tools

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Power tools

Job description

## Transportation Worker II - Creswell Bridge MaintenanceApply: Washington County, NC: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: End Date: September 22, 2026 (11 days left to apply): JR-123594**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division**State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys**Job Classification Title**Transportation Worker II (S)**Position Number**60018944**Grade**NC05**About Us**It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.**Description of Work**Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date. This is a repost. Previous applicants must reapply to be considered. Work is related to the maintenance and construction of State-owned fixed and moveable bridges, culverts, and pipes within Division One and will be based in the Creswell Bridge Maintenance Unit located in Washington County, NC. This position is technical in nature and labor intensive. The employee will be required to work in diverse working environments in all types of weather conditions. The recommended applicant will work in and around heavy traffic, near heavy equipment, and with power tools. The recommended applicant must be able to work in a close team environment or independently, as needed. The recommended applicant must be able to carry and lift up to 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently. The recommended applicant could possibly be exposed to briars, poisonous plants, spiders, and snakes when working around and under bridges. The selected candidate must be able to legally operate CDL required equipment/trucks with both manual and automatic transmissions at the time of hire or within 360 days of hire date. Pre-employment drug testing is required for this position. As a condition of employment, a release form (ALCDRG-01) and a background statement (ALCDRG-06) must be signed allowing the NCDOT to check with previous employers for the past three years about controlled substances and alcohol testing. Steel toe safety shoes are needed. The employee will be expected to work in emergency situations and inclement weather. The position will require climbing, bending, and walking on uneven terrain. May require work during non-traditional work hours, including nights, weekends and holidays, and times of emergency. Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of the NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**Salary Grade: **NC05** Salary Range: **$33,902 - $59,327****Management prefers applicants with the following:*** Experience in pipe installation and installation of erosion control devices* Experience in the layout of traffic control in work zones* Working knowledge of standard bridge maintenance and construction procedures* Experience constructing formwork using skilled carpentry techniques* Experience drilling, cutting, and fitting structural steel to tight tolerances**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 diploma and three years of experience operating equipment directly related to the field of specialization; or equivalent combination of education and experienceNecessary Special Requirements: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 and all requirements mandated by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (Federal Registry 49 CFR 383) within 360 days of the date of hire.**In accordance with the Governor’s** **Executive Order 303****, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.**