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About Us

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state including 27 historic sites seven history museums two art museums five science museums four aquariums 35 state parks four recreation areas dozens of state trails and natural areas the North Carolina Zoo the State Library the State Archives the N.C. Arts Council the African American Heritage Commission the American Indian Heritage Commission the State Historic Preservation Office the Office of State Archaeology the Highway Historical Markers program the N.C. Land and Water Fund and the Natural Heritage Program. The Departments vision is to be the leader in using the states natural and cultural resources to build the social cultural educational and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information please visit . We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team!

Description of Work

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $41206.00- $56668.00

To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form listed as general statements listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed onthe vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge skills and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are notrequired. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

Management Prefers:

• Demonstrated working experience of the techniques procedures practices of plumbing to include installation maintenance and repair of plumbing and plumbing related utilities.
• Demonstrate working experience reading and interpreting construction drawings and/or specifications equipment manuals pump curves etc.
• Demonstrated work experience in reading and interpreting blueprints and building codes.
• Proven experience with Electrical and electronics as it applies to pumps motors and controls.

Position/Physical Requirements:

• Job offer is contingent upon passing a pre-employment screen conducted by assignedprovider.
• Work schedule 7:00am-4:00pm. Monday through Friday rotating weekends on-call.
• Must be available to work after hours holidays and weekend hours as necessary and available for on-call rotations and emergency call-back within 45 minutes.
• Position is considered Essential/Mandatory Staff and required to work on adverse weather days during zoo emergencies and may be called to work special events.
• Perform work in confined spaces such as filter pits vaults sumps tanks and mechanical rooms in accordance with safety protocols.
• Must meet DNCR Fleet Safety Guidelines and have ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
• Must have the agility and physically ability to regularly and safely: lift up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally; bend stoop and work in tight spaces; climb stairs and ladders; move over and about all types of equipment to inspect analyze and perform repairs; stand for the majority of the day; endure extended outdoor field conditions at any time of the year; negotiate uneven outdoor terrain on foot; hear and respond to radio communication; and drive motor vehicles at day and at night.
• Required to participate in the Zoos occupational health program due to exposure with animal containment areas.
• Must have very good written and oral communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated and possess a strong work ethic.
• Must have good interpersonal/team work skills.

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

***SIGN-ON BONUS BEING OFFERED***

A sign-on bonus of $1000is being offered for eligible candidates. See eligibility at contingent on funding availability*

** This is a repost. Previous applicants must reapply to be considered. **

This position is located at:

4401 Zoo Parkway

Asheboro NC 27205

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.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma

AND

two (2) years of progressive experience in the assigned trade areas;

OR

or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualification

May require current certification by the Environmental Protection Agency as a Type I II III or Universal technician as required by Title 40 Code of Federal Regulations Part 82 Subpart F.

Division Description

The North Carolina Zoo exists for the enjoyment education and inspiration of all our citizens and guests. The North Carolina Zoo mission is to protect wildlife and wild places and inspire people to join in conserving the natural world. This mission encompasses both domestic and international efforts focusing on wildlife conservation habitat preservation and promoting environmental stewardship.

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge skills and abilities without regard to race religion color national origin sex pregnancy gender identity or expression sexual orientation age (40 or older) disability National Guard or veteran status genetic information political affiliation or political influence.

We are an Employment First state ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women establish paid parental leave for birth adoption and foster care and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes values respects and supports all members of our work community.

Application Process

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the following: Education including high school and all degrees obtained Work Experience and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
• Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions you must provide supporting information within the Work Experience section of the application to support your answers.
• Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. The hiring process may take several weeks.
• Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting. Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59:59 PM on the night prior to the closing date.

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit to learn more.

Veterans and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty along with the state application.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS) along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22 along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities or known limitations covered by the PWFA are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact the person indicated below.

Employment Eligibility

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

Sign On Bonus Eligibility

To be eligible for a sign-on bonus the candidate must not have worked as a probationary permanent or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government including without limitation the judicial system state executive branch agencies and the university system subject to the State Human Resources Act. Employee eligible for a sign-on must work at least 20 hours per week.

All Sign-on Bonuses are contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found here.

CONTACT INFORMATION

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

North Carolina Zoo

4401 Zoo Parkway

Asheboro NC 27205

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.

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