Agency
Dept of Transportation
Division
State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys
Job Classification Title
Transportation Worker III (S)
Position Number
60021510
Grade
NC06
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 IS AN ANTICIPATED VACANCY – 5/01/2026
This is an Advanced Level Roadside Environmental position that consists of a wide range of job responsibilities. Responsible for all seeding operations within the division, including the seeding of all wildflower beds. Responsibilities with seeding include plowing, cultipacking, fertilizing, liming, and mulching. Responsibilities with wildflower bed seeding require plowing, tilling, dyna-driving, spraying pre and post emergent herbicides, fertilizing, liming, mulching, mowing, and pulling of weeds. Will also require duties to be performed during emergency operations and snow and ice removal. Responsibilities in assisting in maintaining landscaped plant beds across division, including planting, mowing, spraying, and pulling weeds, mowing grass and maintaining yards at all NCDOT facilities. Position participates in the daily Operational Risk Management program including participation in daily tailgate safety meetings and performing Pre-Trip inspections on equipment each morning before leaving for the work site. Position is responsible for their Personal Protective Equipment (PPE's) dependent upon the nature of the work performed. Follows all applicable standard operating procedures (SOP's). In the absence of the Supervisor, this employee will be expected to lead the crew in their daily work activities. Work will include seeding, plant bed maintenance, mulching, wildflower bed maintenance, herbicide spraying, and rest area maintenance as needed. Employee must establish a safe working atmosphere and comply with the NCDOT Safety Policies.
Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Salary Grade: NC06: Salary Range: $35,596 - $62,294
Management prefers applicants with the following:
Knowledge of vegetation management including but not limited to shrubs, trees, fertilizer, etc. using sound horticultural practices
Experience in operation of pesticide applicator, truck, tractors, and utility vehicles
Experience in operation of computer controlled pesticide application equipment
Experience in correctly applying herbicides and pesticides in accordance with the label, as well as proper storage and disposal techniques
Experience leading subordinates and directing the daily activities of a work crew
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 Driver’s License on the date of hire, OR the North Carolina Commercial Driver’s 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
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:
Pamela Hines Aldridge
Email:
DOT-WorkdayJobRecruitment@ncdot.gov