Vehicle​/Equipment Operator II-Long Distance Truck Driver

Vehicle/Equipment Operator II (S)

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.

The Food Distribution Division contributes to the nutritional wellbeing of the citizens of North Carolina by distributing USDA foods to eligible Recipient Agencies. Food Distribution administers six food programs for USDA. Duties involve the transportation and delivery of USDA foods to various agencies throughout (covers 66 counties) throughout North Carolina. Some overnight travel is required. Selected applicant will be subject to a reference check, driver's license check, criminal background check, pre-employment drug test, and Job Ready Services Fit Test.

Recruitment Range- $33,902-$55,590

• Must possess a valid North Carolina driver's license (Class A CDL) and meet commercial driver's license (CDL) drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Must be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds of force using a pallet jack when necessary.
• Must be able to lift/stack a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must have good customer service skills and experience.
• Ability to complete paperwork/data entry using a tablet or computer is desired.

Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience. Please follow the instructions to apply online. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and experience. Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application.

Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22.

All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety-sensitive positions, and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing. All positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals. Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment. If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position.

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High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must possess necessary licenses or certifications to operate assigned types of vehicles or equipment.

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:
Toni Lynn Tooley

Recruiter Email: agr.workday