Transportation Worker III – Forsyth County Maintenance

Department of Transportation; North Carolina; Presencial; USD 36.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The NC Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is hiring a Transportation Worker III (S) for the Division of Highways. You will perform a broad range of maintenance tasks on state roads, operate equipment, and supervise crews and inmates. Expect on-call responses to emergencies and night work as required.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 5 years of equipment operation, and the ability to obtain a CDL within 360 days of hire. Final applicant screening follows state policy.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED and five years of equipment operating experience, or equivalent.
• Ability to operate CDL-required equipment within 360 days of hire.
• Must pass criminal history check and be at least 21 years old.

Responsabilidades

• Perform maintenance, repair, and construction tasks on state roads.
• Set up work zones and install traffic control devices; operate various equipment.
• Monitor inmates and other transportation workers; respond to emergencies as needed.

Conocimientos

Intermediate Work Zone Safety

Workplace Safety Policy

Equipment Operations Supervision

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Herramientas

Backhoe operation

Tandem dump truck operation

Skid steer operation

Descripción del empleo

Agency Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Job Classification Title Transportation Worker III (S) Position Number 60020808 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

Work will consist of a wide range of progressively responsible maintenance tasks in the preventive maintenance, repair, and construction of state maintained roads. Duties include 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. Tasks will include the operation of various equipment that includes, but is not limited to, an asphalt maintainer, asphalt patch truck, tandem dump truck, crack sealing machine, forklift, roller, sweeper, skid steer, and backhoe. This position will monitor tasks performed by inmates and other transportation workers. Position will respond to emergencies such as snow and ice removal, downed trees, and traffic control cleanup, etc. during normal business hours or during emergency call-back situations and scheduled night work.

Additional Expectations

Safety-toed shoes required. This position will be responsible for transporting inmates for work detail. An inmate card approved by the NC Department of Public Safety must be issued to NCDOT employees to transport inmates. In order to obtain an inmate card applicants must undergo a criminal history check, complete necessary training and orientation, and be at least 21 years of age. 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.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC06 $35,596 - $62,294

• Working 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 ability to supervise and train 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.

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. Find your next opportunity today!