Transportation Worker II - Division 13 - Buncombe Maintenance

NCDOT; North Carolina; On-site; USD 34,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) seeks a Transportation Worker II in Buncombe County to perform highway maintenance, repair, and construction tasks on state roads. You will operate equipment, assist with pipe installation and snow/ice removal, and help keep roadways safe and functional.

You must have a high school diploma or GED with 3 years of equipment experience; a valid NC driver’s license is required or CDL can be obtained within 360 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 3 years of equipment operation experience.
• Valid NC driver's license or ability to obtain CDL within 360 days of hire.
• Pre-employment drug testing required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair state-maintained roads in Buncombe County.
• Operate a variety of equipment including asphalt distributor, patch truck, tandem dump truck, skid steer, and backhoe.
• Set up work zones and traffic control devices; respond to emergencies during normal and night shifts.
• Monitor and guide other transportation workers; ensure compliance with safety policies.

Skills

Road maintenance procedures

Work Zone Safety

Workplace safety policies

Category B equipment experience

Snow & ice removal

Pipe installation

Erosion control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

## Transportation Worker II - Division 13 - Buncombe MaintenanceApply: Buncombe County, NC: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: September 29, 2026 (14 days left to apply): JR-124074**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division**State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys**Job Classification Title**Transportation Worker II (S)**Position Number**60023097**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 work is related to the maintenance and repair of State-maintained roads within Buncombe County. This position will report to the Buncombe County Maintenance Office. Work will consist of a wide range of progressively responsible maintenance tasks in the preventive maintenance, repair and construction of State maintained roads. Work includes setting up work zones, installing traffic control devices, repairing asphalt pavements, clearing right of way of debris and hazards assisting with pipe installation, and operating a variety of hand and power tools. This work includes the operation of various equipment that includes but is not limited to an asphalt maintainer, asphalt patch truck, tandem dump truck, crack sealing machine, rollers, sweepers, skid steer, and backhoe. This position will monitor tasks performed by other transportation workers, respond to emergencies such as snow and ice removal, downed trees, and traffic control cleanup, etc. during normal business hours or during emergency callback situations and scheduled night work. 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. 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 Preferences****Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies**:Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC05 - $33,902.00 - $59,327.00**Management prefers applicants with the following:*** Working knowledge of standard road maintenance and construction procedures.* Working knowledge of Work Zone Safety and Workplace safety policies.* Experience in at least two pieces of Category B equipment (asphalt distributor, asphalt maintainer, asphalt mixer, asphalt patcher, crack sealing machine, ditching machine, force feed loader, front end loader, lube truck, post driver, skid steer, street sweeper, tandem dump truck, tractor “A” boom mower, truck with aerial device).* Experience in one of the following: pipe installation, installation of erosion control devices, snow and ice removal, ditch maintenance or asphalt patching. **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 area 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 Statement**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.