Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

Transit

Job Classification Title

Maintenance/Construction Technician III (S)

Position Number

65015725

Grade

NC09

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.

The Ferry Division is seeking an individual to perform intermediate to advanced skilled trades work in the maintenance, repair, and construction of facility and facility systems across multiple NC Ferry Division locations. Work is performed independently with minimal supervision and involves diverse, complex assignments such as carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, water/wastewater O&M, roofing and siding repairs, flooring installation, lighting installation and repair, concrete work, lock and door hardware replacement, ferry ramp electrical troubleshooting, plumbing repairs, and basic structure design/build. The position requires frequent travel across shipyard and ferry terminals—including Currituck-Knotts Island, Swan Quarter, Hatteras, Ocracoke, and Pamlico River—and occasional overnight stays depending on project needs.

Key Responsibilities:
•Perform skilled work in one or more trades: carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or water/wastewater O&M.
•Troubleshoot and repair reported issues with electrical systems, HVAC systems, water/wastewater treatment systems, facility structural components, and facility plumbing components.
•Manage projects with basic planning, organization, and administrative skills.
•Complete special assignments as directed by the Facility Maintenance Supervisor.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC09 $41,206 - $72,113

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Considerable knowledge of the methods, practices, and materials used in general maintenance and repair of buildings equipment, and machinery.

• Skill in the use of tools required in various technically complex trades.

• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret building codes.

• Demonstrated ability to read blueprints.

• Experience working at heavy manual tasks for considerable periods of time.

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 progressive experience in the assigned trade areas; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

May require current certification by the Environmental Protection Agency as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations 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.

Recruiter:

Lindsey Blake Puryear

Email:

[email protected]