Vehicle/Equipment Operator II-Long Distance Truck Driver

State of North Carolina•Granville County, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

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 66 counties) throughout North Carolina. Some overnight travel is required.

Requirements

Must possess a valid North Carolina driver's license (Class A CDL).
Must 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.
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.
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.
Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment.