Vehicle/equipment Repair Technician I

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Kinston, NC, US
Base: $35,596-$62,294; bonus/equity: not specified...
Heavy equipment maintenance and repair
Diesel and gasoline engine troubleshooting
Welding and metal fabrication
The North Carolina Forest Service is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs

Job Summary

  • The North Carolina Forest Service is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs.
  • The position requires readiness for wildfire and disaster/emergency response functions 24/7, including some overnight travel for emergency response and training.
  • The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services promotes and improves agriculture, agribusiness, and forests while protecting consumers and conserving natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians.

Matching Summary

The North Carolina Forest Service is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs.

Salary

Base: $35,596-$62,294; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: State employee benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Heavy equipment maintenance and repair
  • Diesel and gasoline engine troubleshooting
  • Welding and metal fabrication
  • Use of repair manuals and schematics
  • Operation of state vehicle with CDL
  • Emergency response readiness
  • Irrigation equipment repair

Nice-to-have

  • Basic computer skills
  • Knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations
  • Experience with automotive painting
  • Ability to work in adverse environmental conditions
  • Team-oriented professional environment

Key Requirements

  • Valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver’s License
  • High school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Pre-employment drug testing
  • USDOT medical certificate prior to employment
  • EPA certification as Type I, II, III or Universal technician (may be required)
  • Completion of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations training within 360 days if CDL not held at hire

Work Rights

Must have valid North Carolina Class A CDL or obtain within 360 days; pre-employment drug testing required

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