Transportation Worker III at North Carolina Dept of Environmental Quality

, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Mar, 26

Salary

59973.0

Posted On

16 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Traffic Control, Erosion Control, Roadway Grading, Pavement Repair, Pipe Installation, Drainage Tasks, Emergency Response, Heavy Equipment Operation, Manual Labor, Work Zone Safety, Snow Removal, Ice Removal, Communication Skills, Climbing, Lifting, Driving

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Agency Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Job Classification Title Transportation Worker III (S) Position Number 60019352 Grade NC06 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 Position will function as a Transportation Worker III in the North Wake County Maintenance Unit located in Bunn, NC. This position will report to the Franklin County Maintenance office but will perform work in Wake County. Work will consist of a wide range of progressively responsible maintenance tasks in preventive maintenance, repair and construction of state-maintained roads and roadside features. Work to include, but not limited to, installation of traffic & erosion control devices, clearing of right of way, roadway grading, machining unpaved roads, pavement repair, pipe installation or other drainage tasks, inspecting contract work and monitoring manual tasks performed. Emergency response includes traffic accident clean-up, snow and ice removal, and other emergencies as they occur. Employee will operate various pieces of equipment including bulldozer, excavator, backhoe, skid steer, tandem dump truck, front end loader, tractor trailer, motor grader, roller, and additional pieces of heavy equipment as needed. Employee will be subject to emergency call back and scheduled nightwork during adverse weather or other extreme circumstances. Must have the ability to act upon both verbal and written communication. May perform a variety of other assigned duties. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC06 / $34,270 - $59,973 Management prefers applicants with the following: Knowledge of Intermediate Work Zone Safety and experience in installation of traffic control Experience in one of the following: shoulder and ditch maintenance, pipe installation or asphalt patching Experience in snow and ice removal operations Experience in the operation of at least 2 pieces of the following equipment: backhoe, tandem dump truck, motor grader, front end loader, forklift, force feed loader, asphalt distributor, crack sealing machine, track excavator, skid steer or sweeper Additional Expectations: Must be able to legally operate a Class A motor vehicle with N endorsement and/or perform flagging operations to safely guide traffic through work zones; receive and give effective written and oral communications; perform manual labor for extended periods of time; operate equipment that vibrates; perform essential functions in extreme hot and/or cold weather; ability to climb, bend, traverse steep and uneven terrain; repetitively lift 50 lbs. May require work during nontraditional workhours including nights, weekends, and holidays. Safety-toe shoes are required. 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 Class A Commercial Driver's License with N endorsement on the date of hire, OR the North Carolina Commercial Driver's License must be obtained through completion of an 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. Pre-employment drug testing required. As a condition of employment, a release form (ALCDRG-01) and a background statement (ALCDRG-06) must be completed and 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. Supplemental Contact Information: Sharon Leonard at 919-340-1230 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 five years of experience operating equipment directly related to the area of specialization; or equivalent combination of education and experience Necessary Special Requirements 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 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: Anita Dillon Email: DOT-WorkdayJobRecruitment@ncdot.gov North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today! State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. If you are already a state employee, please search for jobs by clicking here.

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Responsibilities

The position involves performing a wide range of maintenance tasks related to state-maintained roads and roadside features. Responsibilities include installation of traffic control devices, roadway grading, and emergency response tasks.