District Mechanic

Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician I (S) | Position # | Grade NC06

The North Carolina Forest Service is an emergency response division that provides forest protection, resource management and environmental education to residents and landowners throughout the state.

• Maintain and repair heavy equipment, troubleshoot complex mechanical problems including diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, final drives, hydraulics, brakes and undercarriage problems.
• Use and interpret repair manuals and schematics.
• Provide irrigation equipment repair, including electric, PTO and engine‑driven pumps, and maintain specialized forestry equipment.
• Perform welding and metal fabrication as required.

Environmental exposures include adverse weather, forest pests, hunters, intense heat, dust and smoke.

Typical work hours are 8:00‑5:00, Monday to Friday. Some duties require evening, holiday and/or weekend work. Wildfire and disaster/emergency response functions require readiness 24/7. Overnight travel may be required for emergency response and training.

Duty station: 221 Airport Road, Fayetteville, NC.

Employees must operate a state vehicle and possess a valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver’s License, or obtain one within 360 days of hire in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

• High school or GED diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in repair and maintenance of automotive or heavy equipment, including welding, fabrication, automotive painting and operation of heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations, including shop and equipment safety.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical and computer systems.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and pulling as required by mechanical duties.
• Basic computer skills (email, internet, database).
• EPA certification as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician (required).
• Pre‑employment drug testing required.

Applicants must be willing to work evenings, holidays, weekends, be available for 24/7 emergency response, and be ready to travel overnight as required.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is 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.