Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician II (S)

Position Number

60024159

Grade

NC08

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

This position will function as a VERT II (Vehicle/ Equipment Repair Technician Level II) within the New Bern Equipment Shop in Craven County. Employees perform a range of progressively responsible tasks involving service, repair, rebuild and diagnosis of mechanical systems of gasoline/diesel powered automotive, heavy equipment as well as power tools. Employees may perform mechanical work at various levels. Work assignments vary in complexity depending on the type of mechanical system. Must be able to perform skilled mechanical work including but not limited to the following systems:

Preventive maintenance, brakes (air and hydraulic), steering; tires and tubes; wheels, rims, and hubs; transmission (auto and manual); charging system; cranking system; ignition system; lighting system; cooling system; exhaust system; fuel system; power unit, hydraulics; air conditioning; instruments and gages; and air intake system.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: Salary Grade: NC08 / Recruitment Range $37,782 - $66,120.

Management prefers applicants with the following:

•  Experience in performing preventive maintenance on a minimum of one of the following: light, medium, heavy-duty trucks, and heavy equipment.

•  Knowledge of basic welding principles and application.
•  Experience in diagnostics of basic electrical systems and proper repair of wiring.
•  Experience in basic hydraulic system repairs including component replacement and hoses.
•  Experience using a computer to obtain diagnostic and repair information.

Additional Job Description/Minimum Education and Experience of Requirement:

Employee will need the ability to repair and maintain automotive and heavy equipment, and diagnose problems using diagnostic equipment, prepare paperwork essential to employment and equipment repair. Employee will need the ability to understand both written and oral instructions, move parts and materials necessary to repair and maintain equipment. Employee will need the ability to safely operate equipment for testing purposes. Employee will need the ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments. Employee will need the ability to demonstrate commitment to provide a safe working environment by leading by example. Employee will need the ability to read and interpret Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals. Employee will need the ability to read

schematics, diagrams, and sketches and possess the physical strength to move relatively heavy objects. Employee will need the ability to work in emergency situations and inclement weather. The selected candidate for this position may have to operate the fuel truck at times, as needed. Safety toe footwear will be needed.

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 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, 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.

Note: Employee will need to furnish a complete set of mechanic tools.

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 (GED) diploma and two (2) years of experience in the area of assignment, or a sufficient year-for- year combination of education and experience in the repair work to which assigned; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualifications:

May require current certification by the EPA as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by 40 CFR 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:

Brandy Lynn Soltow

Email:

[email protected]