Transportation Worker II - New Hanover County Maintenance

Department of Transportation; Castle Hayne (NC); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 59.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Department of Transportation in New Hanover County maintains state roads and performs a wide range of repair and construction tasks. Workers operate multiple heavy equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, graders, and loaders to haul materials, repair roads, and perform snow and ice control.

Night and emergency callbacks may be required. Position requires a high school diploma or GED with 3 years of equipment operation, and a valid NC Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement; on-the-job training

Formación

• High school or GED with 3 years of equipment operating experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid North Carolina Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement required.
• Ability to perform manual labor and work long hours.

Responsabilidades

• Operate at least two pieces of required equipment.
• Haul asphalt, aggregate or soil materials.
• Plow snow and spread salt.
• Load, compact, sweep and finish road surfaces.
• Inspect contract work and monitor manual tasks.
• Respond to emergencies including traffic accidents and severe weather.
• Follow safety protocols and use tools.

Conocimientos

Equipment operation

Road maintenance knowledge

Snow removal

Safety procedures

Manual labor capability

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Herramientas

Backhoe

Dump truck

Motor grader

Loader

Forklift

Asphalt distributor

Track excavators

Skid steer

Descripción del empleo

Agency Dept of Transportation Division Job Classification Title Transportation Worker II (S) Position Number 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

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 will fill multiple positions within New Hanover Maintenance. Positions are in the New Hanover County Maintenance Unit.

Work will consist of a wide range of progressively responsible tasks in the preventive maintenance, repair, and construction of state‑maintained roads in New Hanover County.

On a regular and recurring basis, the employee operates at least two pieces of equipment, including but not limited to backhoe, tandem dump truck, motor grader, front end loader, forklift, force feed loader, asphalt distributor, asphalt patcher crack sealing machine, track excavators, skid steer or sweeper.

• hauling asphalt, aggregate or soil materials
• plowing snow
• spreading salt
• compacting asphalt
• compacting embankments
• sweeping roads
• loading ditching material
• disposing of roadside debris

Work will also include, but not limited to, installation of traffic & erosion control devices, clearing of right of way, roadway grading, machining unpaved roads, pavement repair, pipe installation, or other drainage tasks, inspecting contract work and monitoring manual tasks performed.

Emergency responses include traffic accident clean‑up, snow and ice removal, and other emergencies as they occur. This position is subject to emergency callback and scheduled night work during adverse weather or other extreme circumstances.

Must have ability to act upon both verbal and written communication. May perform variety of other assigned duties. Employees at this level may train and operate equipment associated with a higher‑level position. Working knowledge of the principles involved in the operation and use of the equipment to which assigned.

Employee must be able to operate the minimum amount of equipment required in the preceding level.

Employee must have the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs., climb, bend, traverse steep and uneven terrain, and work in extreme temperature conditions.

Employee must be able to perform manual labor for extended periods of time and operate equipment that vibrates. May require work during nontraditional work hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. Position is subject to emergency callback. Ability to safely use and care for assigned equipment, hand, & power tools.

Safety toe footwear is needed for this position.

The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle and have a valid North Carolina ClassA Commercial Driver’s license with Tanker (N) endorsement. 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 49CFR383) within 360 days of the date of hire.

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
• Must be able to legally operate state vehicles; 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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

• Working knowledge of standard road maintenance and construction procedures
• Knowledge of work zone safety and NCDOT
• Experience in the operation of at least 2 pieces of the following equipment: backhoe, tandem dump truck, motor grader, front end loader, forklift, force feed loader, asphalt distributor, asphalt patcher crack sealing machine, track excavators, skid steer or sweeper
• Experience in one of the following: shoulder and ditch maintenance, pipe installation or asphalt patching
• Experience in snow and ice removal operations

Salary Grade and Salary Range

NC05 / $33,902 – $59,327

Minimum Education and Experience

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 49CFR383) within 360 days of the date of hire.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303

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.

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 Employer Brand

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.