Transportation Worker II - Columbus, United States - State of North Carolina

    State of North Carolina
    State of North Carolina Columbus, United States

    3 weeks ago

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

    is an Anticipated Vacancy.

    Positions and will be hiring off this positing. You will only need to apply once to be considered for both.


    • Salary Grade NC05Salary Range $31,688 - $55,453Hiring Range: $47,459-$50,236
    This position is located in the Polk County Maintenance Unit.

    Work will consist of a wide range of progressively responsible tasks in the preventive maintenance, repair, and construction of state-maintained roads in Polk County.

    On a regular and recurring basis, employee operates at least two pieces of equipment, including but not limited to backhoe, tandem dump truck, motor grader, front end loader, forklift, force feed loader, asphalt distributor, asphalt patcher crack sealing machine, track excavators, skid steer or sweeper.

    Experience in performing semi-skilled and skilled maintenance tasks, such as hauling asphalt, aggregate or soil materials, plowing snow, spreading salt, compacting asphalt, compacting embankments, sweeping roads; loading ditching material; and disposing of roadside debris.

    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. This position is subject to emergency call back and scheduled night work during adverse weather or other extreme circumstances. Must have ability to act upon both verbal and written communication. May perform variety of other assigned duties. Employees at this level may train and operate equipment associated with a higher-level position.

    Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:


    • Working knowledge of standard road maintenance and construction procedures
    • Knowledge of work zone safety and NCDOT Workplace policies and procedures
    • 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, asphalt patcher crack sealing machine, track excavators, skid steer or sweeper
    • Experience in one of the following: shoulder and ditch maintenance, pipe installation or asphalt patching
    • Experience in snow and ice removal operations

    Additional Expectations:
    Working knowledge of the principles involved in the operation and use of the equipment to which assigned. Ability to perform assigned tasks and to follow oral and written instructions as directed by supervisor. Manual labor includes, but is not limited to operating chain saws, shoveling, driving trucks, and litter pickup. Employee must be able to operate the minimum amount of equipment required in the preceding level.

    Employee must have the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs, climb, bend, traverse steep and uneven terrain, and work in extreme temperature conditions.

    Employee must be able to perform manual labor for extended periods of time and operate equipment that vibrates. May require work during nontraditional work hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. Position is subject to emergency call back. Ability to safely use and care for assigned equipment, hand, & power tools. Ability to perform manual maintenance duties and other duties as directed by supervisor. Safety toe footwear is needed for this position.

    The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle and have a valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver's license with Tanker (N) endorsement.

    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.

    Pre-employment drug testing is required.

    As a condition of employment, release forms (ALCDRG-01 and ALCDRG-06) must be signed allowing 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 screening.

    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.

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    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.

    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.

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    Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position.

    It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.


    NCDOT will not accept "See Attached" or "See Resume" in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application.

    If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.