Vehicle/Equipment Operator III Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Vehicle/Equipment Operator III State of North Carolina – Dept of Transportation Wake County, NC Job Details Full-time $34,270 – $59,973 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health insurance On-the-job training Parental leave Retirement plan Qualifications Mid-level High school diploma or GED Driving Manual transmission Tractor-trailer Load & unload Full Job Description Description of Work This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities. This position requires the skilled and safe operation of a tractor trailer used for transporting cargo on lengthy trips in and out of state. The employee is responsible for the security and good condition of the load, extensive record keeping, route planning, and determination. Duties include but are not limited to; loading, unloading, and transporting cargo using a tractor trailer for distribution of inventory from the Central Inventory Warehouse to the 14 NCDOT Divisions. Inspecting cargo loads prior to departure for proper balance and delivering in a timely manner. The ability to prepare and maintain records and reports of transportation operations, planning and selecting appropriate delivery routes, understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions, assisting with the preparation and execution of an annual physical inventory count and completing special projects. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following: Knowledge of ICC rules and regulations and defensive driving techniques. Demonstrated ability to use safe methods of unloading and loading vehicles to secure proper and even distribution of load. Experience driving a manual tractor trailer truck with cargo. Demonstrated ability to service and provide minor maintenance to vehicles and auxiliary equipment. Demonstrated ability to prepare and maintain records and reports of transportation operations. Additional Expectations Applicant must either be in 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 CFT 383) within 360 days of the date of hire. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Some 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 (GED) diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional Requirements Must possess necessary licenses or certifications to operate assigned types of vehicles or equipment. Supplemental and Contact Information Katlyn Godwin, 919-835-8426 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.

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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.