Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician I



Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician I

Salary

$33,272.00 - $58,226.00 Annually

Location

Cherokee County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

24-01582

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

02/01/2024

Closing Date

4/5/2024 8:21 AM Eastern

Job Class Title

Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician I

Position Number

60024972

Salary Grade

NC06

Description of Work

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

Salary Grade: NC06 / Salary Range: $33,272.00 - $58,226.00 - All recommended salaries are based on each applicant’s qualifying education and related experience in combination with the position’s budgeted salary.  The maximum hiring range for this position is $46,727. 

This is an extended posting through April 5, 2024, for Mechanic - Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician I (VERT I) positions in Division 14, Cherokee County.  Multiple VERT I positions will be filled from each extended county posting. Interested applicants will only have to apply one time to be considered for all our VERT I vacancies in each respective county during this time frame. However, if an applicant is interested in applying for a VERT I position in more than one county, they will need to apply to each respective county posting for which they are seeking employment. These are permanent NCDOT positions with full benefits including health insurance, retirement, vacation and sick leave, etc.

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. 

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

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

  • Experience in the repair and replacement of tires
 
  • Experience in performing preventive maintenance on a minimum of one of the following: light, medium, heavy-duty trucks, and heavy equipment
 
  • Skill in the use of at least 2 tools and pieces of equipment used in the equipment shop such as wrenches, sockets, battery charger, hydraulic jacks, loader, forklift, automotive/truck lift, fuel service truck, tire changer, tire balancer, welder, cutting torch, diagnostic equipment, computer, tire jack, tire balance machine, pneumatic wrench, diagnostic gauges, electronic tester, air impact wrench, air compressor, air gun, torque wrench
 
Additional Expectations:

 

Ability to safely operate equipment for testing purposes.  Ability to work in an indoor and outdoor environment.  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 ALDCRG-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.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

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 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 Requirements
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.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Laura Frazier at 828-586-2138

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.

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.





For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few.  Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees.  Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
 

01
I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
  • Yes
  • No
02
Which of the following best describes your level of experience in the repair and replacement of tires?
  • None
  • Less than 1 Year
  • 1 - 2 Years
  • 2 - 3 Years
  • 3 or More Years
03
Which of the following best describes your level of experience in performing preventive maintenance on a minimum of one of the following; light, medium, heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment?
  • None
  • Less than 1 Year
  • 1-2 Years
  • 2-3 Years
  • 3 or More Years
04
Check each tool and/or piece of equipment you have experience using.
  • Wrenches
  • Sockets
  • Battery Charger
  • Hydraulic Jacks
  • Loader
  • Fork Lift
  • Automotive/truck lift, fuel service truck
  • Tire changer
  • Tire balancer
  • Welder
  • Cutting torch
  • Diagnostic equipment
  • Computer
  • Tire jack
  • Tire balance machine
  • Pneumatic wrench
  • Diagnostic gauges, electronic tester
  • Air impact wrench
  • Air compressor
  • Air gun
  • Torque wrench
05
The successful applicant will be required to furnish their own tools upon date of hire. If selected for this position, will you be able to furnish your own tools?
  • Yes
  • No
06
All recommended salaries are based on each applicant's qualifying education and related experience in combination with the position's budgeted salary. The maximum hiring range for this position is $46,727. Will you accept this position at a salary of at least $33,272 but no more than $46,727?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency
State of North Carolina
Address
NOTE: Apply to the department listed on posting

An Equal Opportunity Employer, North Carolina, State Government