Bridge Crew: Heavy Equipment Operator (CDL Required)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation in District One Bridge Maintenance seeks skilled laborers to operate excavators, backhoes, cranes, and related equipment for bridge construction and maintenance.

You will set concrete caps and deck slabs, perform manual tasks like building handrails and placing rip-rap, and assist with emergency responses. Must have one year of related experience and a valid Class A CDL within six months.

Qualifications

• One year of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• Must hold a valid Class A CDL within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators and backhoes for bridge construction and maintenance.
• Set and finish concrete for bridge caps, sidewalks, and curbs.
• Transport crane and materials with a Lowboy Truck Tractor as needed.
• Perform manual labor such as constructing handrails, placing rip-rap, and cleaning bridge decks.
• Assist with emergency and inclement weather operations; may include extended hours.

Job description

South Carolina Department of Transportation in District One Bridge Maintenance seeks skilled laborers to operate excavators, backhoes, cranes, and related equipment for bridge construction and maintenance.

You will set concrete caps and deck slabs, perform manual tasks like building handrails and placing rip-rap, and assist with emergency responses. Must have one year of related experience and a valid Class A CDL within six months.