Job Description

Agency Dept of Transportation
Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys
Job Classification Title Transportation Worker II (S)
Position Number 60023668
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 This posting is for a Transportation Worker II for the Division 14 Traffic Services Unit. This position will serve throughout the Division and report to the Jackson County office. The position is responsible for maintenance, installation and repair of the ground mounted signs included: regulatory, warning, guide, work zone traffic control, TODS, Adopt-A-Highway and various other highway signs. The employee will operate and maintain a variety of small hand and power tools, occasionally assist the paint crew, install and maintain traffic control devices, historical markers and other duties as assigned. The employee must be able to communicate effectively with coworkers and citizens, and work in outside environment, including extreme heat and cold, year-round. Employees will be subject to emergency callback for emergency stop sign repairs, detours and inclement weather (Snow and Ice Removal).
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies:
Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC05 $32,639-$57,117
Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience in the installation of traffic control such as detours and lane closures.
• Experience evaluation of sign condition and retro reflectivity.
• Experience in intermediate Work Zone Safety.
• Experience operating a sign truck with attachments.
• Knowledge of MUTCD Standards and work zone traffic control.

Additional Expectations: Applicants should be capable of planning and organizing daily work activities. Should be familiar with the MUTCD policies and procedures on signing standard. Should have the ability to maintain daily records and reports on all activity within the assigned area. Must be able to lift to 50 pounds and traverse tough and uneven terrain. This position will require some climbing and bending. Must be able to operate a state vehicle and heavy-duty trucks required in signing operations and able to perform inspections to ensure equipment is serviced and maintained properly. The employee must be able to follow oral and written instructions and use electronic devices for communication and documentation.
Necessary Special Requirements
Either possession of a current commercial Driver's License on date re 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 Regulation (Federal Registry 49 CFR 383) within 360 days of the date of hire.
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.
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.
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
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: Michele Noel-LaQuatra
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