Vehicle/Equipment Operator I

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 31,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina is seeking a Vehicle/Equipment Operator I to manage linen delivery and sanitation tasks across campus. This role involves operating vehicles, maintaining cleanliness, and following safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant certifications. Join a team dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities.

Benefits

Health insurance options

Standard and supplemental retirement plans

Paid vacation

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of vehicle utilized in performance of daily tasks.
• Ability to maintain standard mileage, cargo, and/or cash receipt records.

Responsibilities

• Deliver soiled and clean linens to all homes on campus.
• Assist with sorting and folding linens as needed.
• Wash and sanitize laundry carts.

Skills

Ability to perform pre-operational checks of vehicles/equipment

Ability to recognize emergency situations

Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Fork lift certification

Valid NCDL

Job description

As of January 1, 2025, the new salary range will be $31,200-$54,397.00.

*This positing is for two positions, one position is an anticipated vacancy.*

*Thisis a repost. Previous applicants do not need to reapply to be considered for this vacancy.*

The Vehicle/Equipment Operator I is responsible forthe pick up of soiled linen and the delivery of clean linen to all homes and program areas on campus. Job responsibilities include the following:

• Delivers incontinent products to all homes on campus
• Assists with the sorting and folding of soiled and clean linens as needed
• Wash and sanitize laundry carts and the soiled linen room
• Keep vehicle clean and sanitary at all times
• Performs additional duties as requested by the supervisor

Work Location: Environmental Services
Work Time: 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Monday- Friday

About the Department of Health and Human Services / Caswell Developmental Center:
The NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, with approximately 18,000 employees. In collaboration with its partners, it is responsible for ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians.

Caswell Developmental Center, serving as North Carolina's Eastern Region resource center, provides specialized residential, programmatic, and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. The individuals we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the facility. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the Center to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we service. If you are looking to make a difference and seeking a rewarding career, we encourage you to consider this opportunity. Please click on the following link,https://vimeo.com/185000006,to experience how Caring is Contagious at Caswell Developmental Center.To receive credit for all your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application that they clearly possess all of the following:

• Working knowledge of vehicle utilized in performance of daily tasks
• Ability to perform pre-operational checks of vehicles/equipment
• Ability to accurately maintain standard mileage, cargo, and/or cash receipt records
• Ability to recognize emergency situations and follow appropriate procedures
• Working knowledge of applicable traffic laws and other established regulatory requirements for daily tasks
• Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions.

Management Preferences:

• Fork lift certification
• Valid NCDL
• High school diploma/GED

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to exert up to 100 lbs. of force

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. Seeoshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma;oran equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Requirements: Must possess necessary licenses or certifications to operate assigned types of vehicles or equipment.

Degrees must be from appropriately accredited colleges or universities. must be from appropriately accredited colleges or universities.
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

The DHHS Division of Human Resources (DHR) follows the State Human Resources Employment of Relatives Policy. Applicants who have relatives or people living in the same household, will not be considered for job vacancies in the DHR at those locations. For a complete definition of immediate family member, please see the State Human Resources Workforce Planning, Recruitment and Selection Policy, Section 2, Page 38.

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For technical issues with your applications, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at(855) 524-5627. Applicants will be communicated with, via email only, for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at [phone].

Compensation & Benefits:
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website forState Benefits.