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Transportation Worker III


Job Location:

Pitt County, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 35596 - 62294
Posted: 1 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 29 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

Job Classification Title

Transportation Worker III (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC06

About Us

Its 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 is a repost. Previous applicants must reapply to be considered.

Position will be filled from this requisition.

This posting is for Transportation Worker III in the Division 2 Pitt County Maintenance Unit. Workers will be expected to traverse steep and uneven terrain work in extreme temperature conditions perform manual labor road maintenance duties and other assigned duties. Workers in this position will be expected to act upon both verbal and written communication to successfully complete assigned tasks. Work will consist of a wide range of progressively responsible maintenance tasks in the preventive maintenance repair and construction of State Maintained roads and roadside features. The position is required to operate a variety of highway construction and highway maintenance equipment. Work includes installing traffic and erosion control devices operating a variety of hand and power tools clearing right of way performing preventive maintenance and repairs to pavements shoulder maintenance pipe installation or other drainage tasks inventorying and tracking quantities used of materials performing manual labor tasks and the operation of assigned heavy equipment. Work will involve lifting up to 80 lbs. repeatedly. Work also involves walking and standing for long periods of time shoveling raking and sweeping. Employees in this position will be expected to work in all types of weather conditions. This position is subject to emergency callback scheduled night work and out-of-town travel during adverse weather or other extreme circumstances.

Additional Expectations:
The ability to be able to operate a motor vehicle and have a valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Drivers License with Tanker (N) endorsement. Either possession of a current Commercial Drivers License on the date of hire OR the North Carolina Commercial Drivers 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 is required for this position. As a condition of employment a release form (ALCDRG-01) and a background statement (ALCDRG-06) must be signed allowing the NCDOT to check with previous employers for the past three years about controlled substances and alcohol testing. Safety toe shoes will be needed.

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

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: Salary Grade: NC 06 / Salary Range: $35596 - $62294

Management prefers applicants with the following:

  • Working Knowledge of Standard Road Maintenance and Construction Procedures.
  • Experience in one of the following: shoulder and ditch maintenance pipe installation or asphalt patching.
  • Demonstrated ability to supervise and to train others in equipment operations as well as directing the daily activities of a work crew
  • Working knowledge of Work Zone Safety and Workplace safety policies.
  • Experience in the operation of at least 2 pieces of the following equipment: backhoe tandem dump truck motor grader front end loader forklift force feed loader asphalt distributor asphalt patcher crack sealing machine track excavators skid steer or sweeper

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 diploma and five 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 Drivers License on the date of hire OR the North Carolina Commercial Drivers 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

In accordance with the Governors Executive Order 303 our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

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:

Niki Bell

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Required Experience:

IC