Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician II - Caldwell County Maintenance

Department of Transportation; Forest Hills (NC); In loco; USD 42.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

North Carolina Department of Transportation in Caldwell County seeks a Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician II to perform skilled repair on a variety of engines and equipment, with duties ranging from inspection to diagnosis. Candidates must have a high school diploma and two years of related experience or equivalent, and may need EPA certification.

CDL with N endorsement required or obtained within 360 days, plus pre-employment drug testing.

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED and two years of related repair experience, or an equivalent education/experience combination.
• EPA Type I, II, III or Universal technician certification may be required.
• Pre-employment drug testing may be required.

Mansioni

• Perform skilled repair, service, rebuild and diagnosis of gasoline, diesel, and alternative power engines/equipment.
• Inspect, diagnose and repair a wide range of mechanical systems using advanced diagnostic instruments.
• Welding and steel fabrication/machining may be required; assist with vehicle body work as needed.
• Operate forklift and pickup truck as required.

Conoscenze

Preventive maintenance

Air intake systems

Welding principles

Brake components troubleshooting

Diagnostic software/tools

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

Agency Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Job Classification Title Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician II (S) Position Number 60024751 Grade NC08

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 is for a Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician II (VERT II) in the Caldwell County Equipment Shop located within Division Eleven. This position is skilled mechanic work. Position in this class perform skilled small engine, automotive, and/or heavy equipment repair. Work includes performance of a wide range of progressively responsible tasks involving the service, inspection, repair, rebuild and diagnosis of a diverse number of mechanical systems for a variety of gasoline, diesel, and alternative powered engines/equipment. Work ranges from inspection and service to highly complex mechanical systems analysis using advanced diagnostic instruments and software; conducting parts/systems failure analysis; and the calibration, adjustment and operation of engine analyzers. Work requires experience in welding and steel fabrication/machining. Positions in this class may perform skilled work in the straightening and replacing of automotive bodies, fenders, panels and related parts. Vehicle body work is performed in accordance with standard automotive body repair practices. Position must routinely determine materials, techniques and tools to accomplish work assignments. Work assignments vary in complexity depending on the type of mechanical system and ancillary components/equipment. Employee in this classification performs a variety of recurring and non-recurring work such as electrical, suspension, brake system repair, and /or fitting and repairing more complex ancillary and specialized equipment. The extent of repair work to be done may require consultation with a higher-level technician or a supervisor. Employee is required to furnish a complete set of mechanics tools. Safety toe shoes required. Position requires work during any adverse weather such as snow and/or ice, tornadoes, hurricanes, etc. which can lead to working extended daily hours, weekends, and holidays. Ability to operate a forklift and pick-up truck as needed.

Applicant must either be in possession of a current Class “A” CDL with “N” endorsement on the date of hire, OR the North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License and endorsement must be obtained through completion of on-the-job training and all requirements mandated by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (Federal Registry 49 CFR383) within 360 days of the date of hire. Pre-employment drug testing will be required. As a condition of employment, a Release form ALCDRG-01, Background Statement ALCDRG-06, and Testing Notification Form (ALCDRG-07) must be completed and signed allowing NCDOT to check with previous employers for the past two years about controlled substances and alcohol testing.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Management prefers applicants with the following: Experience in performing preventive maintenance on a minimum of one of the following: light, medium, heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment Experience of air intake systems including diagnosis and repair of turbo systems Knowledge of basic welding principles and application Experience in troubleshooting and repair of a minimum of one of the following: light, medium, heavy duty or farm equipment brake components Knowledge of diagnostic software, tools and equipment for trucks and heavy equipment

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 and two (2) years of experience in the area of assignment, or a sufficient year-for- year combination of education and experience in the repair work to which assigned; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualifications

May require current certification by the EPA as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F.

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.