Transportation Worker Iii

Dept of Transportation

Durham County, NC, United States
$35,596 - $62,294 py
On-site
Work in diverse environments and all weather conditions
Operate heavy equipment and power tools
Work in and around heavy traffic
The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Worker III to assist in the maintenance, repair, and construction of state-owned bridges and culverts in Durham County. The role requires technical skills, physical labor, and the ability to work in varied weather conditions and environments, with an emphasis on safety and teamwork

Job Summary

  • This position is technical in nature and labor intensive, requiring work in diverse environments and all types of weather conditions.
  • Employee will be required to work in and around heavy traffic, near heavy equipment, and with power tools.
  • 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.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Worker III to assist in the maintenance, repair, and construction of state-owned bridges and culverts in Durham County. The role requires technical skills, physical labor, and the ability to work in varied weather conditions and environments, with an emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Salary

$35,596 - $62,294

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Work in diverse environments and all weather conditions
  • Operate heavy equipment and power tools
  • Work in and around heavy traffic
  • Team environment or independently
  • Lift/carry 50 lbs

Nice-to-have

  • Working knowledge of bridge maintenance
  • Experience with specific bridge equipment
  • Pipe installation and erosion control experience
  • Traffic control layout experience

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Five years of experience operating equipment
  • Possession of a current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
  • Obtain NC CDL within 360 days if not currently held

Work Rights

Not specified

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