Transportation Worker II - Traffic - Mecklenburg

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

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a sign erector in Mecklenburg County. You will install and maintain traffic signs, posts, delineators and hardware, and operate sign trucks with hand and power tools.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 3 years of related equipment experience, CDL by hire or within 360 days, and a willingness to work after hours in various weather conditions. Safety compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• CDL license required at hire or within 360 days.
• Experience operating equipment related to traffic sign installation.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain traffic signs, sign posts, delineators, and hardware.
• Operate a medium duty truck and hand/power tools.
• Be on-call for traffic-related emergencies after regular hours.
• Follow safety rules to maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

CDL certification

Sign installation

Education

High school diploma or GED plus 3 years related equipment operation

Job description

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 position will report to the Traffic Services Sign Supervisor in Division 10. The worker is at the Intermediate level generalist, serving as a sign erector, installing and maintaining signs, sign posts, delineators, and hardware. Employee will be subject to be on-call for many types of traffic related emergencies after regular hours. Employees will operate a medium duty truck as well as a variety of hand and power tools. This position will perform work in Mecklenburg County.

Applicant must function under a variety of weather conditions and must have the ability to lift signs and operate truck. Applicant shall be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform assigned tasks. Applicant shall be able to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Applicant shall comply with all safety rules and policies to maintain a safe work environment. Worker shall possess ability to perform manual and physical labor involved in the installation and removal of traffic signs and other traffic control devices. Worker shall possess the ability to work in environmental conditions which include, but not limited to, extreme cold and hot outside conditions. Workers shall possess the ability to work under conditions of exposure to noise, dust, asphalt, traffic and heavy constructions. Safety toe shoes are required.

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. 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.

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.

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

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC05 33,902.00 - 59,327.00

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience in the installation of roadway signs
• Experience operating a sign truck with attachments
• Experience in the installation of traffic control such as detours and lane closures
• Knowledge of sign design, layout, and fabrication
• Knowledge of maintaining the Sign Inventory

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