Vehicle​/Equipment Repair Technician II

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Craven County, NCtime type:
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March 13, 2026 (13 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR-110247
** Agency
* * Dept of Transportation
** Division
* * State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys
** Job Classification Title
** Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician II (S)
** Position Number
**** Grade
* * NC08

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 position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits, competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.
This position will function as a VERT II (Vehicle/ Equipment Repair Technician Level II) within the New Bern Equipment Shop in Craven County. Employees perform a range of progressively responsible tasks involving service, repair, rebuild and diagnosis of mechanical systems of gasoline/diesel powered automotive, heavy equipment as well as power tools. Employees may perform mechanical work at various levels. Work assignments vary in complexity depending on the type of mechanical system.

Must be able to perform skilled mechanical work including but not limited to the following systems:
Preventive maintenance, brakes (air and hydraulic), steering; tires and tubes; wheels, rims, and hubs; transmission (auto and manual); charging system; cranking system; ignition system; lighting system; cooling system; exhaust system; fuel system; power unit, hydraulics; air conditioning; instruments and gages; and air intake system.
** Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences
** Salary Grade and Salary Range:  NC08/ Recruitment Range $39,244 - $68,679
** Management prefers applicants with the following:
*** Experience in performing preventive maintenance on a minimum of one of the following: light, medium, heavy-duty trucks, and heavy equipment.
* Knowledge of basic welding principles and application.
* Experience in diagnostics of basic electrical systems and proper repair of wiring.
* Experience in basic hydraulic system repairs including component replacement and hoses.
* Experience using a computer to obtain diagnostic and repair information.
** Additional

Job Description /Minimum

Education and Experience of Requirement:
** Employee will need the ability to repair and maintain automotive and heavy equipment, and diagnose problems using diagnostic equipment, prepare paperwork essential to employment and equipment repair. Employee will need the ability to understand both written and oral instructions, move parts and materials necessary to repair and maintain equipment. Employee will need the ability to safely operate equipment for testing purposes. Employee will need the ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments.

Employee will need the ability to demonstrate commitment to provide a safe working environment byleading by example. Employee will need the ability to read and interpret Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals. Employee will need the ability to read schematics, diagrams, and sketches and possess the physical strength to moverelatively heavy objects. Employee will need the ability to work in emergency situations and inclement weather.

The selected candidate for this position may have to operate the fuel truck at times, as needed. Safety toe footwear will be needed.

The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle and have a valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Nendorsement. 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…