Transportation Worker IV / Avery County MaintenancePrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/jobs/newprint/4683946) ApplyTransportation Worker IV / Avery County MaintenanceSalary$36,682.00 - $64,194.00 AnnuallyLocation Avery County, NCJob TypePermanent Full-TimeJob Number24-12616DepartmentDept of TransportationDivisionState Hwy Administrator - Div of HwysOpening Date10/07/2024Closing Date10/21/2024 11:59 PM EasternJob Class TitleTransportation Worker IVPosition Number60021943Salary GradeNC08
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Description of WorkThis position with NCDOT offers fullState Benefits (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities. This posting is for a Transportation Worker IV position in the Avery County Maintenance Unit. This position will operate various pieces of equipment including bulldozer, excavator, backhoe, skid steer, tandem dump truck, front end loader, tractor trailer, motor grader, rollers, and other pieces of equipment as needed on the various crews. Must carry out complete oral and written instructions. Must be able to train others in equipment operation as well as directing the daily activities of a work crew. Responsibilities include installing traffic control and erosion control devices, roadway grading, machining unpaved roads, pavement repair, pipe installation, manual tree and brush removal, debris and litter removal, snow plowing, spreading salt and salt brine application. Work will require exposure to all types of weather conditions such as ice, snow, difficult terrain, dust, extreme heat and cold, high volumes of traffic and heavy construction equipment. Work requires the ability to work on uneven surfaces and slopes. These positions respond to emergencies such as snow and ice removal, downed trees, traffic control cleanup, etc. during normal business hours or during emergency call back situations and scheduled night work. May require work during nontraditional work hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. These positions are also subject to out-of-town travel during adverse weather or other extreme circumstances. This position is subject to emergency call back and scheduled night work during adverse weather or other circumstances.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / CompetenciesApplicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:
Knowledge of Intermediate Work Zone Safety and NCDOT Workplace Safety policy and practices
Experience in one of the following: shoulder and ditch maintenance, pipe installation or asphalt patching
Demonstrated ability to supervise and train others in equipment operation as well as directing the daily activities of awork crew
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, asphalt patcher, crack sealing machine, track excavators, skid steer or sweeper
Additional Expectations:Physical activities include but are not limited to standing, walking, talking and hearing. Must be able to effectively communicate with others. Exposed to extreme conditions such as ice, snow, difficult terrain, dust, extreme heat and cold, high volumes of traffic and heavy construction equipment. The selected candidate must be able to legally operate Class A CDL required equipment/trucks with both manual and automatic transmissions and have a Tanker (N) endorsement at the time of hire or within 360 days of hire date. 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 the 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 for this position. As a condition of employment, a release form (ALCDRG-01) and a background statement (ALCDRG-06) must be completed and signed following the NCDOT to check with previous employers for the past three years about controlled substances and alcohol testing. Safety toe shoes are required. Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employee evaluation.Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsSome 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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.High School or General Educational Development diploma and six years of experience operating equipment directly related to the area of specialization; or equivalent combination of education, and experience.Necessary Special RequirementsEither 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.Supplemental and Contact InformationFor more information, please contact Betsy Reid at (838)278-6060.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.NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.For permanent and time-limited appointments:Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.01 I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
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Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of Intermediate Work Zone Safety and NCDOT Workplace Safety policy and practices?
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Less Than 1 Year
1 - 2 Years
2 - 3 Years
3 - 4 Years
4 - 5 Years
5 - 6 Years
6 or More Years
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Explain how you have knowledge of Intermediate Work Zone Safety and NCDOT Workplace Safety policy and practices.
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Do you have experience in at least one of the following: shoulder and ditch maintenance, pipe installation or asphalt patching?
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Explain how you have experience in at least one of the following: shoulder and ditch maintenance, pipe installation or asphalt patching.
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Which of the following best describes the level of ability you have demonstrated supervising and training others in equipment operations as well as directing the daily activities of a work crew?
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Explain how you have demonstrated ability in supervising and training others in equipment operations as well as directing daily activities of a work crew.
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Which of the following best describes your level of experience in snow and ice removal operations?
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Less than 1 Year
1 - 2 Years
2 - 3 Years
3 - 4 Years
4 - 5 Years
5 - 6 Years
6 or More Years
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Explain how you have experience in snow and ice removal operations.
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Do you have 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?
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Explain how you have 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.
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