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Transportation Worker IV / Surry County Bridge Maintenance / Division 11

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Transportation Worker IV / Surry County Bridge Maintenance / Division 11

Salary

$37,782.00 - $66,120.00 Annually

Location

Surry County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

25-08834

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

07/18/2025

Closing Date

7/28/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Transportation Worker IV / Elkin Bridge Maintenance

Position Number

60026303

Section

State Hwy. Administration - Div. of Hwys.

Salary Grade

NC 08

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+ Benefits

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Description of Work

This position with NCDOT offers fullState Benefits (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

This is a repost. Previous applicants must re-apply to be considered.

Salary Range or Recruitment Range: (NC08) $37,782 - $66,120

"Internal Posting - Only Permanent North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) employees in a permanent full-time, permanent part-time, probationary, trainee, or time-limited position or a layoff candidate with the NC Department of Transportation eligible for RIF priority reemployment consideration as described by General Statute (GS) 126 (State Personnel Act) may apply."

This posting is for a Transportation Worker IV position in the Surry County Bridge Maintenance Unit. The Transportation Worker IV will perform manual and equipment operational work involved in the maintenance and replacement of bridges, pipes, and reinforced concrete box culverts. The selected applicant will utilize working knowledge of standard bridge maintenance and construction procedures. Work includes a wide variety of skills utilized in the functional areas including pile driving, carpentry, concrete work, equipment operation, contract inspection, repair of bridges, culverts/, large pipe and headwalls. Additional duties will include sandblasting and painting, demolition work, trenching and shoring, lead paint removal and steel fabrication and straightening of steel beams, oxygen/acetylene cutting and electric ARC, MIG, and TIG welding. The selected applicant will adhere to all work zone safety traffic control and flagging operation standards. Installation and maintenance of erosion control Work will be assigned and supervised by a Transportation Supervisor. The position will be subject to working during non-traditional work hours, including nights, weekends, holidays and times of emergency. his position will operate various pieces of equipment including bulldozer, excavator, backhoe, skid steer, tandem dump truck, front end loader, tractor trailer, motor grader, rollers, and other pieces of equipment as needed on the various crews. Must carry out complete oral and written instructions. Must be able to train others in equipment operation as well as directing the daily activities of a work crew. Responsibilities include installing traffic control and erosion control devices, roadway grading, machining unpaved roads, pavement repair, pipe installation, manual tree and bush removal, debris and liter removal, snow plowing, spreading salt and salt brine application. Work will require exposure to all types of weather conditions such as ice, snow, difficult terrain, dust, extreme heat and cold, high volumes of traffic and heavy construction equipment. Work requires the ability to work on uneven surfaces and slopes. These positions respond to emergencies such as snow and ice removal, downed trees, traffic control cleanup, etc. during normal business hours or during emergency call back situations and scheduled night work. May require work during nontraditional work hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. These positions are also subject to out-of-town travel during adverse weather or other extreme circumstances. This position is subject to emergency call back and scheduled night work during adverse weather or other circumstances.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

+ Experience in Advanced Work Zone Safety and NCDOT workplace Safety Policy and Practices.

+ Demonstrated ability supervising and training others in equipment operations.

+ Working experience as the Lead Worker on a crew without supervision.

+ Experience reading and interpreting plans, calculating quantities and placing orders, plan reading and layout, directing drilling and cutting of holes, directing erection of steel beams and bridge components

+ Experience in snow and ice removal operations.

Additional Expectations:

Safety shoes required. Must be able to operate State vehicle and assigned equipment effectively. Follow instructions to complete assigned tasks without supervision. Use of tools associated with related Bridge maintenance and/or construction activities. Physical activities required are standing, walking in uneven terrain, climbing, lifting a minimum of 50lbs., talking and hearing. Also exposed to extreme conditions such as ice, snow, dust, heat and cold, high volumes of traffic and heavy construction equipment. Must not be afraid of heights. Ability to obtain welding certification through On the Job training within 360 days of hire date.

The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle and have a valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver’s License. Either 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 CFR 383) within 360 days of the date of hire. Pre-employment drug testing will be required. As a condition of employment, a release form (ALCDRG-01) and a background statement (ALCDRG-06) must be completed and signed allowing the NCDOT to check with previous employers for the past three years about controlled substance and alcohol testing.

Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.

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 diploma and six years of experience operating equipment directly related to the area of specialization; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

Either possession of a current Commercial Driver’s License on the date of hire, OR the North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License that must be obtained through completion of on-the-job training and all requirements mandated by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (Federal Registry 49 CFR 383) within 360 days of the date of hire.

Supplemental and Contact Information

For more information, please contact Susan Freeman at 336-530-6050 [email protected](email)

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.

NOTE: 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.

01

I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)

+ Yes

+ No

02

Applicant must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Do you currently work for the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) in a temporary, permanent full-time, permanent part-time, probationary, trainee, or time-limited position or are you a layoff candidate with the NC Department of Transportation eligible for RIF priority reemployment consideration as described by General Statute (GS) 126 (State Personnel Act)?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Which of the following best describes your level of experience in Advanced Work Zone Safety and NCDOT Workplace Safety Policy and Practices?

+ None

+ Less Than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 - 4 Years

+ 4 - 5 Years

+ 5 or More Years

05

Explain how you have experience in Advanced Work Zone Safety and NCDOT Workplace Safety Policy and Practices.

06

Which of the following best describes the level of ability you have demonstrated supervising and training others in equipment operations?

+ None

+ Less Than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 - 4 Years

+ 4 - 5 Years

+ 5 or More Years

07

Explain how you have demonstrated ability to supervise and train others in equipment operations.

08

Which of the following best describes the level of ability you have demonstrated being the Lead Worker on a Bridge Crew without supervision?

+ None

+ Less Than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 - 4 Years

+ 4 - 5 Years

+ 5 Years or More

09

Explain how you have experience as a Lead Worker on a Bridge Crew without supervision.

10

Which of the following best describes your level of experience reading and interpreting plans, calculating quantities and placing orders, plan reading and layout, directing drilling and cutting of holes, directing erection of steel beams and bridge components?

+ None

+ Less Than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 - 4 Years

+ 4 - 5 Years

+ 5 or More Years

11

Explain how you have experience reading and interpreting plans, calculating quantities and placing orders, plan reading and layout, directing drilling and cutting of holes, directing erection of steel beams and bridge components

12

Which of the following best describes your level of experience in NCDOT snow and ice operations?

+ None

+ Less Than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 - 4 Years

+ 4 - 5 Years

+ 5 or More Years

13

Explain how you have experience in NCDOT snow and ice operations.

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Employer

State of North Carolina

Website

http://www.ncdot.gov/

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