What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Liaison position at City of Fayetteville, North Carolina?
Description
Click here to meet some of the City’s “CAN DO” employees.
Hiring Range: $29.99 - $38.23/Hour D.O.Q.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.
A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IN DETERMINING YOUR QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
The City of Fayetteville is currently recruiting for a Construction Liaison to coordinate the development approval process with various local permitting agencies and the applicant; provide information to the public and other staff members for the building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing aspects of these technical codes and enforce related work as required by regulation, ordinance, resolution, and state law; review plans, permit applications, and calculations to verify conformance to state and local codes.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience
Two years of experience in the building permit process including building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing trades; with general knowledge of zoning, site plan review, utility plan approval, stormwater approval or NCDOT is desirable.
Training
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in all four trades (building, electrical, mechanical or plumbing) or a degree/certificate in construction management, engineering, architecture, planning or public administration.
Required
LICENSING & CERTIFICATIONS:
Possession of an appropriate valid driver’s license and ability to maintain insurability. Possession of or ability to obtain within two years a North Carolina Standard Level I certifications in Building, Electrical, Mechanical, or Plumbing.
Preferred
North Carolina Inspection Level II certification in Building, Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing.
From the time of closing, the selection process is anticipated to last approximately 4 - 6 weeks. The process will consist of a panel interview with the selected candidate being subject to a pre-employment drug screen, background check and driving history check.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Health And Dental Insurance
The City of Fayetteville Employee Healthcare Benefit Plan provides comprehensive and affordable health and dental coverage while maintaining reasonable costs to employees. Coverage is available for all regular status employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week. Employees may also choose to cover eligible dependents. The premium is deducted on a pre-tax basis, with the City paying a portion of the premium. Qualifying employees are eligible for benefits on the 1st day of the month following 30 days of service.
Employer Paid Leave
Vacation Leave
Regular employees begin accruing vacation leave the first day of employment. Accruals are based on years of service
and the number of hours an employee is scheduled to work.
Sick Leave
Regular employees begin accruing sick leave the first day of employment. Accruals are based on the number of hours
scheduled to work; regular full-time employees accrue eight (8) hours per month. Sick leave hours accumulate without
limits and may be used toward creditable service upon retirement from the NC Local Governmental Retirement System.
Holidays
The City of Fayetteville observes 12 paid holidays per calendar year. When Christmas day is on a Wednesday, an
additional holiday is provided making for 13 paid holidays.
Bereavement
Regular employees are eligible for bereavement leave. The City will authorize 24 hours per calendar year to mourn or
attend a funeral or memorial service of a family member.
Retirement
The City of Fayetteville assists employees in securing their financial future during retirement by participating in the NC
Local Governmental Employees’ Retirement System, administered by the State of North Carolina. Regular employees
scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week become members in the retirement system upon employment. As a member
of this system, employees are required to contribute 6% of their gross salary on a tax-deferred basis.
Deferred Compensation Plans
To further assist employees in saving for retirement, the City offers two supplemental retirement savings programs. These
programs enable regular full-time, and part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week, an opportunity to save a
portion of their salary on a tax-deferred basis to supplement their retirement benefits. These programs are the NC 401(k)
administered by Empower and the 457 plan administered by Mission Square. Currently, the City contributes 3% of base
salary to an eligible employee’s NC 401(k) account.
Cafeteria Plan / Supplemental Benefits
Realizing that each employee may have different insurance needs, the City offers its employees the opportunity to supplement City-provided benefits by selecting from the benefits listed below. These benefits are offered at employee's expense through payroll deduction:
The first year an employee contributes to the retirement system, the City provides a death benefit of $3,000 once the
employee is benefits eligible. After one year as a contributing member of the Retirement System, a death benefit is provided
by the NC Retirement System that is equal to the highest 12 months’ salary in a row during the 24 months before death, no
less than $25,000 and no more than $50,000. There is no cost to the employee for this benefit.
Pay Periods / Deduction For Benefits / Direct Deposit
City employees are paid bi-weekly (every other Friday). Benefit deductions are taken for 24 pay periods of the year. As an added convenience and safety measure, the City requires all new employees to sign up for direct deposit.
Employee Assistance Program
The EAP is available at no cost to all employees and their household members. The EAP provides confidential guidance
on legal, financial and personal issues affecting your health, relationships and job.
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Responses to the supplemental questions must reflect the information provided under the "Work Experience" section of the application. Your responses will be used to determine whether or not you possess the minimum qualifications required for this position at the time of application.
Are you a current City of Fayetteville employee?
Have you held an out-of-state driver's license (other than NC) in the past 3 years?
Do you currently hold a valid driver's license?
Do you currently have an acceptable driving record in accordance with the City of Fayetteville driving standard? Click here to view the City of Fayetteville's driving standard's list of an unacceptable driving record criteria.
This position requires meeting and maintaining vehicle insurability with the City of Fayetteville. Are you willing to accept this condition of employment?
How many years of experience do you have in the building permit process including building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing trades?
Briefly describe your experience in building permit process including building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing trades. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below.)
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Do you have specialized training in all four trades (building, electrical, mechanical or plumbing)?
Briefly describe your specialized training in all four trades (building, electrical, mechanical or plumbing). (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below.)
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Do you possess a degree/certificate in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Planning or Public Administration? (If you answered yes, in order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented on your application).
From the list below, please select the areas for which you have general knowledge.
How many years of responsible experience do you have in performing plan review?
Briefly describe your experience in performing plan review. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below.)
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How many years of experience do you have issuing permits, Certificates of Occupancies, and Certificates of Compliance?
Briefly describe your experience issuing permits, Certificates of Occupancies, and Certificates of Compliance. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below).
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Do you have experience in building construction?
Briefly describe your experience in building construction. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A is the space provided below.)
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Do you have experience with electronic plan review software and/or permit tracking systems?
Briefly describe your experience with electronic plan review and/or permit tracking systems. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A is the space provided below.)
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Do you have experience in interpreting and applying Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations?
Briefly describe your experience in interpreting and applying Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations? (If this question does not apply, please type N/A is the space provided below.)
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Do you possess knowledge of building codes and ordinances enforced by the City of Fayetteville, including the Building, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing Codes and zoning codes?
Briefly describe your knowledge of building codes and ordinances enforced by the City of Fayetteville, including the Building, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing Codes and zoning codes. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below).
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Do you have experience reading and interpreting complex building plans, specifications and building codes?
Briefly describe your experience reading and interpreting complex building plans, specifications and building codes. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below).
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Do you have experience in mitigating difficult situations while establishing and maintaining an effective working relationship with those contacted in the course of work with limited supervision?
Briefly describe your experience in mitigating difficult situations while establishing and maintaining an effective working relationship with those contacted in the course of work with limited supervision. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below.)
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Do you have experience in applying technical knowledge and following proper inspection techniques in examining workmanship and materials?
Briefly describe your experience in applying technical knowledge and following proper inspection techniques in examining workmanship and materials. (If this questions does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below.)
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From the list below, please select the level of North Carolina Building Inspection's certification you currently possess.
If you do not currently possess a NC Building Inspection certification, you will be required to obtain a Level I certification within two years of employment. Are you willing to accept this condition of employment?
From the list below, please select the level of North Carolina Electrical Inspection's certification you currently possess.
If you do not currently possess a NC Electrical Inspection certification, you will be required to obtain a Level I certification within two years of employment. Are you willing to accept this condition of employment?
From the list below, please select the level of North Carolina Mechanical Inspection's certification you currently possess.
If you do not currently possess a NC Mechanical Inspection certification, you will be required to obtain a Level I certification within two years of employment. Are you willing to accept this condition of employment?
From the list below, please select the level of North Carolina Plumbing Inspection's certification you currently possess.
If you do not currently possess a NC Plumbing Inspection certification, you will be required to obtain a Level I certification within two years of employment. Are you willing to accept this condition of employment?
If you possess a North Carolina Inspection certification in any of the trades mentioned above, please provide the license number and the expiration date. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A is the space provided below.)
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From the list below, please select the North Carolina licenses that you currently possess.
If you selected "Licensed by other State" in the previous question, please provide the State and the type of license that you currently possess. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below.)
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The work of this classification entails walking, standing, stooping, lifting, and carrying objects of moderate weight. Duties also entail occasional travel to construction sites, dealing with exposure to noise, dust, and inclement weather conditions. Are you willing to accept these working conditions?
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED! You may attach a resume; however, the application MUST include a 10-year history. Please answer all questions on the application in their entirety and your application MUST include the following:
Click here to meet some of the City’s “CAN DO” employees.
Hiring Range: $29.99 - $38.23/Hour D.O.Q.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.
A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IN DETERMINING YOUR QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
The City of Fayetteville is currently recruiting for a Construction Liaison to coordinate the development approval process with various local permitting agencies and the applicant; provide information to the public and other staff members for the building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing aspects of these technical codes and enforce related work as required by regulation, ordinance, resolution, and state law; review plans, permit applications, and calculations to verify conformance to state and local codes.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Serve as the initial customer service contact for the Inspections and Permitting Division for any development stakeholder with questions or concerns regarding the development process.
- Serve as liaison between the City and the business community, developers, architects, engineers, landowners, attorneys, citizens and contractors who are conducting development related business.
- Consult with the general public, contractors, design professionals, homeowners, elected officials and other staff regarding interpretations of City ordinances, state building codes, development plan reviews, application processes and permitting and inspections procedures.
- Troubleshoot issues and work to find potential solutions to concerns related to City regulations, staff decisions and processes in an effort to resolve issues while serving the public interest.
- Discuss compliance violation notices and mediate unresolved matters between City staff and external customers, confirming requirements are presented in an understandable manner; ensure feedback is provided frequently and efficiently; maintain records of the information provided for possible legal actions.
- Communicate with various individuals and groups about policies, procedures, and complex issues; help stakeholders navigate various development and construction processes in a customer friendly and professional manner.
- Coordinate and facilitate discovery meetings with relevant staff from appropriate City departments and outside agencies; provide efficient and effective responses to customer concerns in a timely manner.
- Drive to meetings and inspection sites, and perform inspection and plan review activities; maintain and develop comprehensive outcome tracking for assigned projects and City communications associated with the assigned projects.
- Review applications from the public to ensure necessary information is provided. Assist in providing appropriate information related to the completeness of the application and explain the application process.
- Research computer records and files regarding a variety of building related issues. Maintain files and reports regarding plan review activities and findings; prepare daily reports of plan review activities performed and results.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience
Two years of experience in the building permit process including building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing trades; with general knowledge of zoning, site plan review, utility plan approval, stormwater approval or NCDOT is desirable.
Training
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in all four trades (building, electrical, mechanical or plumbing) or a degree/certificate in construction management, engineering, architecture, planning or public administration.
Required
LICENSING & CERTIFICATIONS:
Possession of an appropriate valid driver’s license and ability to maintain insurability. Possession of or ability to obtain within two years a North Carolina Standard Level I certifications in Building, Electrical, Mechanical, or Plumbing.
Preferred
North Carolina Inspection Level II certification in Building, Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing.
From the time of closing, the selection process is anticipated to last approximately 4 - 6 weeks. The process will consist of a panel interview with the selected candidate being subject to a pre-employment drug screen, background check and driving history check.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Health And Dental Insurance
The City of Fayetteville Employee Healthcare Benefit Plan provides comprehensive and affordable health and dental coverage while maintaining reasonable costs to employees. Coverage is available for all regular status employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week. Employees may also choose to cover eligible dependents. The premium is deducted on a pre-tax basis, with the City paying a portion of the premium. Qualifying employees are eligible for benefits on the 1st day of the month following 30 days of service.
Employer Paid Leave
Vacation Leave
Regular employees begin accruing vacation leave the first day of employment. Accruals are based on years of service
and the number of hours an employee is scheduled to work.
Sick Leave
Regular employees begin accruing sick leave the first day of employment. Accruals are based on the number of hours
scheduled to work; regular full-time employees accrue eight (8) hours per month. Sick leave hours accumulate without
limits and may be used toward creditable service upon retirement from the NC Local Governmental Retirement System.
Holidays
The City of Fayetteville observes 12 paid holidays per calendar year. When Christmas day is on a Wednesday, an
additional holiday is provided making for 13 paid holidays.
Bereavement
Regular employees are eligible for bereavement leave. The City will authorize 24 hours per calendar year to mourn or
attend a funeral or memorial service of a family member.
Retirement
The City of Fayetteville assists employees in securing their financial future during retirement by participating in the NC
Local Governmental Employees’ Retirement System, administered by the State of North Carolina. Regular employees
scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week become members in the retirement system upon employment. As a member
of this system, employees are required to contribute 6% of their gross salary on a tax-deferred basis.
Deferred Compensation Plans
To further assist employees in saving for retirement, the City offers two supplemental retirement savings programs. These
programs enable regular full-time, and part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week, an opportunity to save a
portion of their salary on a tax-deferred basis to supplement their retirement benefits. These programs are the NC 401(k)
administered by Empower and the 457 plan administered by Mission Square. Currently, the City contributes 3% of base
salary to an eligible employee’s NC 401(k) account.
Cafeteria Plan / Supplemental Benefits
Realizing that each employee may have different insurance needs, the City offers its employees the opportunity to supplement City-provided benefits by selecting from the benefits listed below. These benefits are offered at employee's expense through payroll deduction:
- > Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) – Healthcare and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts (pre-tax)
- > Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- > Optional Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment
The first year an employee contributes to the retirement system, the City provides a death benefit of $3,000 once the
employee is benefits eligible. After one year as a contributing member of the Retirement System, a death benefit is provided
by the NC Retirement System that is equal to the highest 12 months’ salary in a row during the 24 months before death, no
less than $25,000 and no more than $50,000. There is no cost to the employee for this benefit.
Pay Periods / Deduction For Benefits / Direct Deposit
City employees are paid bi-weekly (every other Friday). Benefit deductions are taken for 24 pay periods of the year. As an added convenience and safety measure, the City requires all new employees to sign up for direct deposit.
Employee Assistance Program
The EAP is available at no cost to all employees and their household members. The EAP provides confidential guidance
on legal, financial and personal issues affecting your health, relationships and job.
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Responses to the supplemental questions must reflect the information provided under the "Work Experience" section of the application. Your responses will be used to determine whether or not you possess the minimum qualifications required for this position at the time of application.
- I have read and complied with the above statement.
Are you a current City of Fayetteville employee?
- Yes
- No
Have you held an out-of-state driver's license (other than NC) in the past 3 years?
- Yes
- No
Do you currently hold a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
Do you currently have an acceptable driving record in accordance with the City of Fayetteville driving standard? Click here to view the City of Fayetteville's driving standard's list of an unacceptable driving record criteria.
- Yes
- No
This position requires meeting and maintaining vehicle insurability with the City of Fayetteville. Are you willing to accept this condition of employment?
- Yes
- No
How many years of experience do you have in the building permit process including building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing trades?
- 6 years
- 4 - 5 years
- 2 - 3 years
- One year or less
- None
Briefly describe your experience in building permit process including building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing trades. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below.)
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Do you have specialized training in all four trades (building, electrical, mechanical or plumbing)?
- Yes
- No
Briefly describe your specialized training in all four trades (building, electrical, mechanical or plumbing). (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below.)
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Do you possess a degree/certificate in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Planning or Public Administration? (If you answered yes, in order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented on your application).
- Yes
- No
From the list below, please select the areas for which you have general knowledge.
- NC Department of Transportation
- Site Plan Review
- Stormwater Approval
- Utility Plan Approval
- Zoning
- None of the Above
How many years of responsible experience do you have in performing plan review?
- 6 years
- 4 - 5 years
- 2 - 3 years
- One year or less
- None
Briefly describe your experience in performing plan review. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below.)
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How many years of experience do you have issuing permits, Certificates of Occupancies, and Certificates of Compliance?
- 6 years
- 4 - 5 years
- 2 - 3 years
- One year or less
- None
Briefly describe your experience issuing permits, Certificates of Occupancies, and Certificates of Compliance. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below).
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Do you have experience in building construction?
- Yes
- No
Briefly describe your experience in building construction. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A is the space provided below.)
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Do you have experience with electronic plan review software and/or permit tracking systems?
- Yes
- No
Briefly describe your experience with electronic plan review and/or permit tracking systems. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A is the space provided below.)
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Do you have experience in interpreting and applying Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations?
- Yes
- No
Briefly describe your experience in interpreting and applying Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations? (If this question does not apply, please type N/A is the space provided below.)
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Do you possess knowledge of building codes and ordinances enforced by the City of Fayetteville, including the Building, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing Codes and zoning codes?
- Yes
- No
Briefly describe your knowledge of building codes and ordinances enforced by the City of Fayetteville, including the Building, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing Codes and zoning codes. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below).
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Do you have experience reading and interpreting complex building plans, specifications and building codes?
- Yes
- No
Briefly describe your experience reading and interpreting complex building plans, specifications and building codes. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below).
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Do you have experience in mitigating difficult situations while establishing and maintaining an effective working relationship with those contacted in the course of work with limited supervision?
- Yes
- No
Briefly describe your experience in mitigating difficult situations while establishing and maintaining an effective working relationship with those contacted in the course of work with limited supervision. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below.)
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Do you have experience in applying technical knowledge and following proper inspection techniques in examining workmanship and materials?
- Yes
- No
Briefly describe your experience in applying technical knowledge and following proper inspection techniques in examining workmanship and materials. (If this questions does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below.)
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From the list below, please select the level of North Carolina Building Inspection's certification you currently possess.
- Level III
- Level II
- Level I
- None
If you do not currently possess a NC Building Inspection certification, you will be required to obtain a Level I certification within two years of employment. Are you willing to accept this condition of employment?
- Yes
- No
- Already possess a NC Level I Building Inspection certification
From the list below, please select the level of North Carolina Electrical Inspection's certification you currently possess.
- Level III
- Level II
- Level I
- None
If you do not currently possess a NC Electrical Inspection certification, you will be required to obtain a Level I certification within two years of employment. Are you willing to accept this condition of employment?
- Yes
- No
- Already possess a NC Level I Electrical Inspection certification
From the list below, please select the level of North Carolina Mechanical Inspection's certification you currently possess.
- Level III
- Level II
- Level I
- None
If you do not currently possess a NC Mechanical Inspection certification, you will be required to obtain a Level I certification within two years of employment. Are you willing to accept this condition of employment?
- Yes
- No
- Already possess a NC Level I Mechanical Inspection certification.
From the list below, please select the level of North Carolina Plumbing Inspection's certification you currently possess.
- Level III
- Level II
- Level I
- None
If you do not currently possess a NC Plumbing Inspection certification, you will be required to obtain a Level I certification within two years of employment. Are you willing to accept this condition of employment?
- Yes
- No
- Already possess and NC Level I Plumbing Inspection certification
If you possess a North Carolina Inspection certification in any of the trades mentioned above, please provide the license number and the expiration date. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A is the space provided below.)
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From the list below, please select the North Carolina licenses that you currently possess.
- NC Architecture License
- NC Electrical Contractor
- NC General Contractor
- NC Heating Contractor
- NC Plumbing Contractor
- NC Professional Engineer
- Licensed by other State
- None
If you selected "Licensed by other State" in the previous question, please provide the State and the type of license that you currently possess. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below.)
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The work of this classification entails walking, standing, stooping, lifting, and carrying objects of moderate weight. Duties also entail occasional travel to construction sites, dealing with exposure to noise, dust, and inclement weather conditions. Are you willing to accept these working conditions?
- Yes
- No
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED! You may attach a resume; however, the application MUST include a 10-year history. Please answer all questions on the application in their entirety and your application MUST include the following:
- Drivers License Number
- Employer information including salary, address, phone number, supervisor name, and reason for leaving for each employer
- Complete Education History (including High School)
- A complete 10-year history to include gaps you have had between employment and/or school attendance. Example: Office Assistant 1/2011 – present The Company 123 Hay Street Fayetteville, NC 28301 (910) 555-5555 Unemployed 6/2004 – 12/2010 Unemployed Student 12/2000 - 6/2004 My High School Fayetteville, NC 28301 Applications without a 10-year history and all the required information will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Please take a moment to review your application for completeness.
- I have read and understand the above statement
- Required Question
Salary : $30 - $38
