Vehicle Equipment Repair Technician II

State of North Carolina

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is an extended posting through October 31, 2026 for Vehicle/Repair Technician II (VERT II) positions in Division 03. Multiple VERT II positions will be filled from this posting. Positions in this class perform skilled small engine, automotive, and/or heavy equipment repair. Work includes performance of a wide range of progressively responsible tasks involving the service, inspection, repair, rebuild and diagnosis of a diverse number of mechanical systems for a variety of gasoline, diesel, and alternative powered engines/equipment. Work ranges from inspection and service to highly complex mechanical systems analysis using advanced diagnostic instruments and software; conducting parts/systems failure analysis; and the calibration, adjustment and operation of engine analyzers. Positions must routinely determine materials, techniques and tools to accomplish work assignments. Work assignments vary in complexity depending on the type of mechanical system and ancillary components/equipment. Employees in this classification perform a variety of recurring and non-recurring work such as electrical, suspension, brake system repair, and /or fitting and repairing more complex ancillary and specialized equipment. The extent of repair work to be done may require consultation with a higher-level technician or a supervisor. Ability to repair and maintain automotive and heavy equipment, and diagnose problems using diagnostic equipment, prepare paperwork essential to employment and equipment repair. Ability to understand both written and oral instructions and move parts and material necessary to repair and maintain equipment. Ability to safely operate equipment for testing purposes. Ability to work in an indoor and outdoor environment. Ability to demonstrate commitment to provide safe working environment by leading by example. Ability to read and interpret Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals. Ability to read schematics, diagrams, and sketches and possesses the physical strength to move relatively heavy objects. Must be able to perform heavy lifting. Safety toe shoes are required for this position. Position requires work during any adverse weather such as snow and/or ice, tornadoes, hurricanes, etc. which can lead to working extended daily hours, weekends, and holidays. The selected candidate must be able to legally operate CDL required equipment/trucks with both manual and automatic transmissions at the time of hire or within 360 days of hire date. 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 through completion of on-the-job training and all requirements mandated by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (Federal Registry 49 CFR 383) within 360 days of the date of hire. As part of the hiring approval process, NCDOT will run a driver license check after conducting interviews, but prior to offering a position. Prospective drivers must meet the following standards to be eligible to operate NCDOT vehicles: • No more than two convictions of moving violations within the past three years No convictions of an alcohol or drug related traffic offense within the past five years • Valid, current North Carolina driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated (Note: Employees permanently residing in adjacent states may operate a DOT vehicle using a current, valid, appropriate driver's license from their state of residence.) • If a driver applicant has possessed an out-of-state driver’s license in the past ten years, the driver’s record from the state(s) involved shall be obtained. Such applicants and those who currently possess an out-of-state driver’s license will be responsible for providing their driving records from the appropriate states. Pre-employment drug testing is required for this position. As a condition of employment, a release form (ALCDRG-01) and a background statement (ALCDRG-06) must be signed allowing the NCDOT to check with previous employers for the past three years about controlled substances and alcohol testing. NOTE: Selected candidate is required to furnish a complete set of tools. Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.

Requirements

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma.
Two (2) years of experience in the area of assignment, or a sufficient year-for-year combination of education and experience in the repair work to which assigned; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to understand both written and oral instructions.
Ability to move parts and material necessary to repair and maintain equipment.
Ability to safely operate equipment for testing purposes.
Ability to work in an indoor and outdoor environment.
Ability to read and interpret Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals.
Ability to read schematics, diagrams, and sketches.
Physical strength to move relatively heavy objects.
Must be able to perform heavy lifting.
Safety toe shoes are required.
Possession of a current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) on the date of hire, OR ability to obtain the North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License within 360 days of hire date.
No more than two convictions of moving violations within the past three years.
No convictions of an alcohol or drug related traffic offense within the past five years.
Valid, current North Carolina driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.
If applicable, provide driving records from previous states of residence.
Sign release form (ALCDRG-01) and background statement (ALCDRG-06).

Nice To Haves

Experience in performing preventive maintenance on a minimum of one of the following: light, medium, heavy-duty trucks and heavy equipment.
Experience in diagnostics of basic electrical systems and proper repair of wiring.
Experience in basic hydraulic system repairs including component replacement and hoses.
Current certification by the EPA as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F.

Responsibilities

Perform skilled small engine, automotive, and/or heavy equipment repair.
Service, inspect, repair, rebuild, and diagnose mechanical systems for a variety of engines/equipment.
Conduct complex mechanical systems analysis using advanced diagnostic instruments and software.
Perform parts/systems failure analysis.
Calibrate, adjust, and operate engine analyzers.
Determine materials, techniques, and tools to accomplish work assignments.
Perform electrical, suspension, and brake system repair.
Fit and repair complex ancillary and specialized equipment.
Consult with higher-level technicians or supervisors when necessary.
Repair and maintain automotive and heavy equipment.
Diagnose problems using diagnostic equipment.
Prepare paperwork essential to employment and equipment repair.
Understand written and oral instructions.
Move parts and material necessary to repair and maintain equipment.
Safely operate equipment for testing purposes.
Work in indoor and outdoor environments.
Demonstrate commitment to a safe working environment by leading by example.
Read and interpret Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals.
Read schematics, diagrams, and sketches.
Perform heavy lifting.
Work during adverse weather conditions (snow, ice, tornadoes, hurricanes, etc.).
Work extended daily hours, weekends, and holidays.
Legally operate CDL required equipment/trucks with both manual and automatic transmissions at the time of hire or within 360 days of hire date.
Obtain North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License through on-the-job training within 360 days of hire date if not possessed at time of hire.
Undergo a driver license check.
Undergo pre-employment drug testing.
Sign release and background statement forms.
Furnish a complete set of tools.
Successfully complete NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.