District Mechanic

N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Fayetteville, NC, US
Recruitment range: $35,596 - $62,294; bonus/equity...
Maintain heavy equipment and complex mechanical problems
Troubleshoot diesel and gasoline engines hydraulics brakes
Welding and metal fabrication skills required
The position is part of the North Carolina Forest Service, an emergency response division protecting forests and natural resources across 100 counties

Job Summary

  • The position is part of the North Carolina Forest Service, an emergency response division protecting forests and natural resources across 100 counties.
  • Primary duties include maintaining heavy equipment, repairing complex mechanical issues like transmissions and hydraulics, and performing welding and fabrication tasks.
  • Employees must be ready for 24/7 wildfire and disaster response, which may require overnight travel and work during evenings or holidays.

Matching Summary

The position is part of the North Carolina Forest Service, an emergency response division protecting forests and natural resources across 100 counties.

Salary

Recruitment Range: $35,596 - $62,294; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: State Employee Benefits available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Maintain heavy equipment and complex mechanical problems
  • Troubleshoot diesel and gasoline engines hydraulics brakes
  • Welding and metal fabrication skills required
  • Operate state vehicle with valid CDL license

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with automotive painting and computer systems
  • Ability to work adverse weather and emergency response
  • Basic computer skills for email and database management

Key Requirements

  • Valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver's License
  • High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • EPA Type I, II, III or Universal technician certification (if required)
  • Pass pre-employment drug testing and USDOT medical certificate
  • Obtain CDL within 360 days if not possessed at hire

Work Rights

Must have valid North Carolina CDL

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