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General Utility Worker

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$52,592 - $81,235/year

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59 days

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About the role

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

Job Classification Title

General Utility Worker (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC01

About Us

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.

This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

This posting is for a General Utility Worker position located in the Rowan Equipment Sup Shop. Duties involve a variety of manual tasks in the upkeep of the Departments standards to include sweeping, mopping, dusting, removal of trash, cleaning of windows, cleaning of restrooms, yard maintenance, washing of equipment, light mechanical repairs and assisting VERT’s in various projects, picking up parts, and performs other related duties as required.

Position requires work during any adverse weather such as snow and/or ice, tornadoes, hurricanes, etc. which can lead to working extended daily hours, weekends, and holidays. Ability to perform duties of position in accordance with all safety regulations; prepare and maintain paperwork essential to employment, equipment repair, inventory, and service records; understand both written and oral instructions; move parts and material necessary to repair and maintain equipment; and safely operate equipment for testing purposes. Ability to demonstrate commitment to providing a safe working environment by leading by example. Ability to read and interpret Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals. The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle. Safety-toed shoes required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range:  NC01; $31,200 - $48,810

Management prefers applicants with the following:

  • Experience using small hand tools such as shovels, rakes, brooms, post hole diggers, hammer, screwdriver, torch, etc.
  • Experience operating power tools such as lawn mowers, hand trimmers, air compressors, chainsaw, weed eater, skill saw, drill, etc.
  • Experience performing manual labor.

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.

Education and/or experience in the performance of a variety of manual tasks that is directly related to the job and consistent with accepted practices of the trade equivalent to one year of 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:

Amarah Davis

Email:

DOT-WorkdayJobRecruitment@ncdot.gov

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The State of North Carolina is the government of the U.S. state of North Carolina, providing a range of services to its citizens, including education, public safety, health, and transportation.

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