Vehicle​/Equipment Operator II-Long Distance Truck Driver

Agency

Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services

Agriculture Consumer Service

Vehicle/Equipment Operator II (S)

NC05

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 (covers 42 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, 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.

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 (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.