Bridge & Highway Maintenance Tech (CDL Within 6 Months)

State of South Carolina; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation in North Charleston seeks workers to operate heavy duty equipment and assist in construction, repair and preservation of bridges on the state highway system. Responsibilities include handling backhoes, dump trucks, excavators, and supporting road maintenance activities.

Requirements include one year of related work experience or equivalence, a valid motor vehicle license, and obtaining a Class A CDL within six months.

Qualifications

• One year of related work experience or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• Requires a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and must obtain a Class A CDL within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment and assist in construction, repair, and preservation of bridges and roads on the state highway system.
• Assist in daily vehicle inspections and report repairs to supervisor.
• Coordinate traffic control devices to set up maintenance work zones according to the SCDOT manual and field guide.
• May work extended hours or 12-hour shifts, including emergency weather operations.

Skills

CDL within 6 months

Valid motor vehicle license

Physical stamina

Job description

South Carolina Department of Transportation in North Charleston seeks workers to operate heavy duty equipment and assist in construction, repair and preservation of bridges on the state highway system. Responsibilities include handling backhoes, dump trucks, excavators, and supporting road maintenance activities.

Requirements include one year of related work experience or equivalence, a valid motor vehicle license, and obtaining a Class A CDL within six months.