Vehicle/Equipment Operator I - Caswell Developmental Center

State of North Carolina; Lenoir (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Caswell Developmental Center, part of the North Carolina DHHS, is seeking a Vehicle/Equipment Operator I to support Environmental Services. The role involves picking up soiled linen, delivering clean linen to homes and program areas, and distributing incontinent products across the campus.

You will perform pre-operational checks, maintain vehicle cleanliness, and assist with sorting and folding; other duties may be assigned by the supervisor. Work hours are 6:30 AM to 3 PM, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent; additional licenses may be required to operate specific vehicles/equipment.
• Must meet minimum education and experience per vacancy; driving/operating licenses to operate assigned vehicles/equipment.

Responsibilities

• Pickup soiled linen and deliver clean linen to homes and program areas on campus.
• Deliver incontinent products to all homes on campus.
• Assist with sorting and folding soiled and clean linens as needed.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Pre-operational checks

Emergency procedures

Traffic laws

Verbal/written instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services

Division Caswell Developmental Center

Job Classification Title Vehicle/Equipment Operator I (S)

Grade NC04

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description Of Work

Responsible for the pickup of soiled linen and the delivery of clean linen to all homes and program areas on campus; deliver incontinent products to all homes on campus, assist 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.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $32,287.00 - $56,502.00

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Working knowledge of vehicle utilized in performance of daily tasks
• Ability to perform pre-operational check of vehicles/equipment
• Ability to recognize emergency situations and follow appropriate procedures
• Working knowledge of applicable traffic laws and other established regulatory requirements for daily task
• Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions

Physical Requirements

Ability to exert up to 100 lbs. of force.

Department

Environmental Services

Work Hours

6:30 AM - 3 PM, M - F

About Caswell Developmental Center

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——to experience how Caring is Contagious at Caswell Developmental Center.

Supplemental Contact Information

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. To be considered for employment, an applicant must be in good standing with the Health Care Personnel Registry and other licensing boards/agencies. 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.

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below. Applicants will be communicated 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].

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 (GED) diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional Requirements Must possess necessary licenses or certifications to operate assigned types of vehicles or equipment.

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.