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State of North Carolina - Department of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Worker II (S) to maintain and construct state bridges, culverts, and pipes. The job is based in Washington County, NC, with duties in various weather conditions and near heavy traffic and equipment.
The candidate must have a High School Diploma or GED with three years of related equipment experience and may need a CDL on hire or within 360 days. Pre-employment checks and safety gear are required.
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.
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.
Salary Grade: NC05 Salary Range: $33,902 - $59,327
Management prefers applicants with the following:
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.