Environmental Technician II (Temporary)

Agency

Office of State Human Resources

Division

Temporary Solutions

Job Classification Title

Environmental Technician II (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC07

About Us

To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset – OUR EMPLOYEES.

Description of Work

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org. 

Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information. 
 

Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position.  All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time.  

 
Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job.  OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs.  Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state. 
 
This temporary position is located at 512 N. Salisbury St., Raleigh - Wake County, with the Department of Environmental Quality.   

 
Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $20.00 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application).  
 
Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification.  The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants. 

This is a seasonal position with the Aquatic Weed Control Program that involves both outdoor and indoor work. Approximately 90% of the time will be spent assisting other staff with fieldwork. Approximately 10% of the time will be spent assisting with data entry, GIS work and writing technical reports.

A significant portion of the fieldwork will be assisting other staff with herbicide applications.

Key Responsibilities/Job Duties:

Fieldwork duties also include operation/maintenance of equipment (e.g., power tools, gas-powered engines, high-pressure sprayers, backpack sprayers, and brush cutters); operating motorboats and vehicles, including the towing of trailers; and assisting with aquatic vegetation surveys.

Traveling in state vehicles, including overnight stays, will be required.

Employees are required to obtain a state-issued pesticide operator license within 30 days of hire and/or maintain valid license for duration of assignment.

This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, walk through rough/uneven terrain, work on/around water, be exposed to inclement weather, machinery noise, fumes, and biting/stinging insects.

Minimum Education and Experience

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 the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Associate's degree in one of the agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in environmental or natural resources management work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Tracey Hinnant

Recruiter Email:

TRACEY.HINNANT@NC.GOV