Transportation Worker III - Duplin CME

NCDOT; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

NC Department of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Worker III for the Duplin Maintenance Unit in Kenansville, NC.

The role involves installing traffic and erosion control devices, operating heavy equipment, and supporting road maintenance activities, with duties including shovel work and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High school or GED and five years of experience operating equipment related to the area of specialization.
• Must hold a valid NC Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement or obtain through on-the-job training within 360 days of hire.
• Demonstrated experience supervising and training others in equipment operations, as well as directing daily work crew activities.

Responsibilities

• Install traffic and erosion control devices and perform road maintenance tasks.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools and heavy equipment as assigned.
• Lift up to 50 lbs, work in extreme temperatures, and be available for emergency callbacks and nontraditional hours.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment supervision

Safety compliance

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Backhoe

Tandem dump truck

Motor grader

Front end loader

Forklift

Job description

## Transportation Worker III - Duplin CMEApply: Duplin County, NC: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 28, 2026 (13 days left to apply): JR-126248**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division****Job Classification Title**Transportation Worker III (S)**Position Number****Grade**NC06**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 posting will fill two positions. You only need to submit one application to be considered for both positions. This position will function as a Transportation Worker III for the Duplin Maintenance Unit located in Kenansville, NC. Work includes installing traffic and erosion control devices involved in road maintenance and construction activities, operating a variety of hand and power tools, clearing right of way, repairing pavements, assisting with pipe installation and other drainage tasks, inventorying materials, operation of heavy equipment, and other assigned tasks. Applicants must have the ability to operate a small tandem dump truck. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, shoveling, raking asphalt, flagging traffic, ditching, and shrubbing. The position may be subject to emergency callback and scheduled night work during adverse weather or extreme circumstances. 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. 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. Steel toe safety shoes will be needed. The employee will be expected to work in emergency situations and inclement weather. \\*\\*Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation\\*\\*. Working knowledge of the principals involved in the operation and use of the equipment to which assigned. Ability to perform assigned tasks and to follow oral and written instructions as directed by supervisor. Manual labor includes, but is not limited to operating chain saws, shoveling, driving trucks, and litter pickup. 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. Ability to perform manual maintenance duties and other duties as directed by supervisor. 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 Class A 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 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 • 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/Management Preferences** **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies**:Salary Grade: NC06 / Salary Range: $35,596 - $62,294 **Management prefers applicants with the following:** * Knowledge of Intermediate Work Zone Safety and NCDOT Workplace Safety policy and practices.* Experience in one of the following: shoulder and ditch maintenance, pipe installation, or asphalt patching.* Demonstrated experience supervising and training others in equipment operations, as well as directing the daily activities of a work crew.* Experience in snow and ice removal operations.* 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. **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 five 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.