Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Transportation Worker II (S)

Position Number

60016810

Grade

NC05

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 with NCDOT offers full State Benefits, competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

This is a repost. Previous applicants must reapply to be considered.

This position functions as a Transportation Worker II in the Bridge Preservation Unit, Craven County. In addition to work performed at prior level, this position will operate sweeper, attenuator, and other trucks as well as pressure washers; and other hand and power tools. This work is related to the preservation, maintenance and repair of State-Owned bridges, culverts, curb and gutters and storm drains. This position will at times work with Bridge Maintenance on other repairs and projects. This position’s work duties are for the counties of Beaufort, Carteret, Craven, Greene, Jones, Lenoir, Pamlico, and Pitt Counties. There are times when this position must work outside the Division which could include overnight travel. The position is technical in nature and labor intense. The employee will be expected to work in diverse working environments; in all types of weather conditions; in and around heavy equipment; and use power tools. This position involves working in a close environment; or independently as needed. When inclement weather occurs, this position will be called upon to work nights and/or weekends to help in the snow and ice removal process. Safety Toe shoes are needed.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC05 / $33,902 - $59,327

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience in pipe installation and installation of erosion control devices
• Experience in the layout of traffic control in work zones
• Working knowledge of standard bridge maintenance and construction procedures
• Experience in one of the following: shoulder and ditch maintenance, pipe installation, asphalt patching, or snow and ice removal.
• Knowledge of work zone safety and NCDOT Workplace policies and procedures

Additional Expectations:

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.

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.

Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.

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 three years of experience operating equipment directly related to the field of specialization; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

For more Information: Please contact Holly Cunningham at [email protected] (252)649-6440.

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.

Recruiter:

Niki Bell

Email:

[email protected]