Transportation Worker I - Division 7

State of North Carolina

North Carolina, US
Base: $32,287 - $56,502; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Operating heavy equipment and power tools
Manual labor in adverse weather conditions
Highway construction site safety protocols
The position involves operating standard hand tools, power equipment, and heavy machinery for the preventative maintenance and repair of North Carolina's highway systems

Job Summary

  • The position involves operating standard hand tools, power equipment, and heavy machinery for the preventative maintenance and repair of North Carolina's highway systems.
  • Employees must be prepared to work during adverse weather conditions including snow, ice, tornadoes, and hurricanes, often requiring extended daily hours.
  • Safety is a priority with requirements for safety toe footwear and strict adherence to work zone safety standards while managing highway traffic hazards.

Matching Summary

The position involves operating standard hand tools, power equipment, and heavy machinery for the preventative maintenance and repair of North Carolina's highway systems.

Salary

Base: $32,287 - $56,502; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Operating heavy equipment and power tools
  • Manual labor in adverse weather conditions
  • Highway construction site safety protocols
  • Vegetation control and debris removal
  • Snow and ice removal operations

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with carpentry or welding tasks
  • Familiarity with signal installation assistance
  • Ability to work extended hours on weekends
  • Versatility with various tractor attachments

Key Requirements

  • Current Commercial Driver's License OR obtain within 360 days
  • Valid North Carolina driver's license with clean record
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Pass pre-employment drug testing and background check
  • No alcohol/drug convictions in past five years

Work Rights

Must have valid NC driver's license or out-of-state equivalent

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