Vehicle / Equipment Repair Technician II

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

Position will function as a Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician II for the Ahoskie Equipment Subshop with Division One located in Hertford County, North Carolina.  Positions in this class perform semi-skilled small engine, automotive and heavy equipment repair.

  This is semi-skilled mechanic work. Work includes performance of a wide range of progressively responsible tasks involving the service, inspection, repair, rebuild and diagnosis of a diverse number of mechanical systems for a variety of gasoline, diesel, and alternative powered engines/equipment. Work ranges from inspection and service to moderately complex mechanical systems analysis using advanced diagnostic instruments and software and conducting parts/systems failure analysis.

Positions must routinely determine materials, techniques and tools to accomplish work assignments. Work assignments vary in complexity depending on the type of mechanical system and/or ancillary components/equipment. Positions in this class perform a variety of recurring and related tasks and repairs such as inspecting and replacing brake pads and shoes, replacing regulators, alternators and belts, and/or fitting or repairing standard aftermarket upgrades and equipment, preventative maintenance, tires and tubes, wheels & rims, cranking systems, lighting systems, cooling systems and hydraulic systems.

 Employees may perform mechanic work at various levels. 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.

Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

• Experience in performing preventive maintenance on a minimum of one of the following: light, medium, heavy-duty trucks, and heavy equipment

• Experience in diagnostics of electrical systems and proper repair of wiring

• Experience in hydraulic system repairs including component replacement and hoses

• Experience using a computer to obtain diagnostic and repair information

Additional Expectations:

Ability to repair and maintain automotive and heavy equipment, and diagnose problems using diagnostic equipment, prepare paperwork essential to employment and equipment repair.  Ability to understand both written and oral instructions and move parts and material necessary to repair and maintain equipment.

 Ability to safely operate equipment for testing purposes.  Ability to work in an indoor and outdoor environment.  Ability to demonstrate commitment to provide safe working environment by leading by example.

 Ability to read and interpret Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals. Ability to read schematics, diagrams, and sketches and possesses the physical strength to move relatively heavy objects. Must be able to perform heavy lifting.  Safety toe shoes are required for this position.

Note: Employee is required to furnish a complete set of mechanic tools.

Selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle and have a Class A CDL with N endorsements. Either possession of a current Commercial Driver's License on the date of hire OR the North Carolina Commercial Driver's License must be maintained through completion of on-the-job training and all requirements mandated by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (Federal Registry 49CFR383) within 360 days of hire.

Pre-employment drug testing is required. As a condition of employment, release forms (ALCDRG-01 and ALCDRG-06) must be signed allowing NCDOT to check with previous employers for the past three years about controlled substances and alcohol testing.

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

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 and two (2) years of experience in the area of assignment, or a sufficient year-for-year combination of education and experience in the repair work to which assigned, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualifications:

May require current certification by the EPA as a Type I, II, III, or Universal technician as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F.

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.

For more information, contact Karen Stefanowich at 252.482.1850