Transportation Worker II - Cumberland County Traffic Services

State of North Carolina - Department of Transportation; North Carolina; On-site; USD 34,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation’s Cumberland County Traffic Services Unit is seeking a Transportation Worker II (S) to maintain, repair and install ground-mounted signs. You will operate hand and power tools, serve as a sign erector, and assist the paint crew while coordinating with a crew to ensure safe traffic flow.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of related equipment operation, plus a CDL (current or obtained within 360 days).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 3 years of experience operating equipment related to the field; or an equivalent education/experience combination.
• Experience in installing roadway signs is preferred.
• Experience with detours, lane closures and basic incident response is desired.
• Ability to operate and maintain a variety of small hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and replace ground-mounted roadway signs as part of the Cumberland County Traffic Services Unit.
• Operate and maintain a variety of hand and power tools and serve as a sign erector.
• Assist with paint crew duties and support traffic control measures during detours and lane closures.
• Be available for emergency callbacks and work outside in extreme heat/cold, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Sign installation experience

Maintenance equipment operation

Traffic control setup

Incident response

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Asphalt distributor

Asphalt mixer

Asphalt patcher

Crack sealing machine

Ditching machine

Force feed loader

Front end loader

Lube truck

Asphalt maintainer

Post driver

Skid steer

Street sweeper

Tandem dump truck

Tractor with boom mower

Truck with aerial device

Job description

AgencyDept of TransportationDivisionState Hwy Administrator - Div of HwysJob Classification TitleTransportation Worker II (S)Position Number60018348GradeNC05About UsIt’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 WorkPlease 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 posting is intended to fill a total of (2) two Transportation Worker II positions. You only need to apply once to be considered for both positions.This posting is for a Transportation Worker II performing work primarily associated with the sign crew for the NCDOT Cumberland County Traffic Services Unit. The work assignment of this position is work related to maintenance (repair & replace) and installation of ground mounted signs. Other work duties include but are not limited to assisting with the paint crew when needed. The employee will operate and maintain a variety of small hand and power tools; serve as a sign erector; haul paint supplies and flag traffic. The employee must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with crew members, other departments, and the public. The employee must be able to communicate effectively with various people and work in outside environment, including extreme heat and cold, year-round. Employee will be subject to emergency callback for detour and inclement weather (Snow and Ice Removal).Physical activities include but are not limited to standing, walking, talking and hearing. Exposed to extreme conditions such as ice, snow, difficult terrain, dust, extreme heat and cold, high volumes of traffic and heavy construction equipment. Position is subject to emergency callback and may require work during nontraditional work hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. 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. 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. Safety toe footwear required. As part of the hiring approval process, NCDOT will run a driver license check after conducting interviews, but prior to offering a position.Prospective drivers must meet the following standards to be eligible to operate NCDOT vehicles:• No more than two convictions of moving violations within the past three years No convictions of an alcohol or drug related traffic offense within the past five years• Valid, current North Carolina driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated (Note: Employees permanently residing in adjacent states may operate a DOT vehicle using a current, valid, appropriate driver's license from their state of residence.)• If a driver applicant has possessed an out-of-state driver’s license in the past ten years, the driver’s record from the state(s) involved shall be obtained. Such applicants and those who currently possess an out-of-state driver’s license will be responsible for providing their driving records from the appropriate states.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.Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesSalary Grade and Salary Range: NC05 - $33,902 - $59,327Management prefers applicants with the following:Experience in the installation of roadway signs.Experience in at least two pieces of Category B Maintenance equipment (asphalt distributor, asphalt mixer, asphalt patcher, crack sealing machine, ditching machine, force feed loader, front end loader, lube truck, asphalt maintainer, post driver, skid steer, street sweeper, tandem dump truck, tractor “A” boom mower, truck w/aerial device).Experience in the installation of traffic control such as detours and lane closuresExperience in Basic Incident ResponseMinimum Education and ExperienceSome 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 (3) three years of experience operating equipment directly related to the field of specialization; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Necessary 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.It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.EEO StatementT he 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.Recruiter:Kimberly Myeisha BessellieuEmail:[e-mail]