Division 4

State of North Carolina•Wilson, NC

9h•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves performing skilled small engine, automotive, and/or heavy equipment repair. The work encompasses a wide range of progressively responsible tasks including the service, inspection, repair, rebuild, and diagnosis of diverse mechanical systems for various gasoline, diesel, and alternative-powered engines and equipment. Responsibilities range from basic inspection and service to highly complex mechanical systems analysis utilizing advanced diagnostic instruments and software, conducting parts/systems failure analysis, and the calibration, adjustment, and operation of engine analyzers. Employees must routinely determine appropriate materials, techniques, and tools for assignments, which vary in complexity based on the mechanical system and ancillary components. This role also includes recurring and non-recurring tasks such as electrical, suspension, and brake system repair, as well as fitting and repairing complex specialized equipment. Consultation with a higher-level technician or supervisor may be required for extensive repair work.

Requirements

Ability to understand both written and oral instructions
Ability to move parts and material necessary to repair and maintain equipment
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
Possess the physical strength to move relatively heavy objects
Must be able to perform heavy lifting
Safety toe shoes are required for this position
Ability 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
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
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
Sign a release form (ALCDRG-01) and a background statement (ALCDRG-06) allowing the NCDOT to check with previous employers for the past three years about controlled substances and alcohol testing
Furnish a complete set of tools
Successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and 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
May require current certification by the EPA as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F

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

Responsibilities

Perform skilled small engine, automotive, and/or heavy equipment repair
Service, inspect, repair, rebuild, and diagnose diverse mechanical systems for gasoline, diesel, and alternative powered engines/equipment
Conduct highly 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 more complex ancillary and specialized equipment
Repair and maintain automotive and heavy equipment
Diagnose problems using diagnostic equipment
Prepare paperwork essential to employment and equipment repair
Safely operate equipment for testing purposes
Demonstrate commitment to provide safe working environment by leading by example