CDL Roadway Maintenance Technician

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled laborer to support road and bridge construction, repair, and preservation on the state highway system.

You will operate medium equipment, assist with grading, concrete work, drainage, and traffic control setups, and work extended hours or 12-hour shifts as needed. A valid CDL Class A license is required within six months of placement.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of related work experience or equivalent.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• CDL Class A must be obtained within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate medium equipment (tandem dump truck, large roller >4 tons, skid steer) for road/bridge work.
• Assist in grading, forming, pouring/finishing concrete for curbs, gutters, sidewalks and driveways.
• Coordinate placement of traffic control devices and signs for work zones per SCOOT guidelines.
• Perform vegetation management and litter/debris cleanup; assist in emergencies and inclement weather operations.

Skills

Manual labor

Equipment operation

Traffic control

Tools

Tandem dump truck

Skid steer loader

Concrete finishing tools

Power tools

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled laborer to support road and bridge construction, repair, and preservation on the state highway system.

You will operate medium equipment, assist with grading, concrete work, drainage, and traffic control setups, and work extended hours or 12-hour shifts as needed. A valid CDL Class A license is required within six months of placement.