Transportation Worker II - Mecklenburg

Department of Transportation; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Worker II (S) in the Division of Highways. The position involves setting up work zones, installing traffic control devices, repairing asphalt, clearing debris, and operating equipment such as asphalt distributor, backhoe, and motor grader.

Overtime nights, weekends and holidays may be required. Candidates must meet safety standards, have a high school diploma or GED with 3 years of related equipment operation experience,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 3 years of related equipment operation experience.
• Valid NC driver’s license or out-of-state license with ability to obtain NC CDL within 360 days.
• No more than two moving violations in 3 years; no alcohol/drug-related offenses in 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Set up work zones and traffic control devices.
• Repair asphalt and clear debris.
• Assist drainage and pipe installation; operate listed equipment.
• Perform manual labor and assist with emergencies.
• Work in challenging terrain and weather; may require nights/weekends/holidays.

Skills

Work Zone Safety

Road maintenance procedures

Snow and ice removal

Compliance and safety rules

Education

High school diploma or GED

3 years related equipment operation experience

Tools

asphalt distributor

asphalt patcher

backhoe

crack sealing machine

front end loader

forklift

force feed loader

motor grader

skid steer

sweeper

tandem dump truck

track excavator

Job description

Agency Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Job Classification Title Transportation Worker II (S) Position Number 60021241 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

Daily work includes setting up work zones, installing traffic control devices, repairing asphalt, clearing debris, assisting with drainage and pipe installation, and operating equipment such as asphalt distributor, asphalt patcher, backhoe, crack sealing machine, force feed loader, forklift, front end loader, motor grader, skid steer, sweeper, tandem dump truck and tractor excavator. The job also involves manual labor, monitoring inmate work crews, and responding to emergencies like snow, ice, and downed trees.

It requires working in difficult terrain and weather, lifting up to 50 lbs, and being available for nights, weekends, holidays, and is subject to emergency call backs. Safety toe shoes are required.

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.
• 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 Class A Commercial Driver’s License with N endorsement 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.

Pre-employment drug testing required.

As a condition of employment, a release form (ALCDRG-01) and a background statement (ALCDRG-06) must be completed and signed allowing the NCDOT to check with previous employers for the past three years about controlled substances and alcohol testing.

As part of the hiring approval process, NCDOT will run a driver license check after conducting interviews, but prior to offering a position.

Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC05 $33,902 - $59,327

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Working knowledge of Work Zone Safety and Workplace safety policies
• Working knowledge of standard road maintenance and construction procedures
• Experience in the operation of at least 2 pieces of the following equipment: asphalt distributor, asphalt patcher, backhoe, crack sealing machine, front end loader, forklift, force feed loader, motor grader, skid steer, sweeper, tandem dump truck or track excavator
• Experience in snow and ice removal operations
• 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 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.

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.

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.

Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website.

Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast.

State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions

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.