Heavy Equipment Operator - Highway Drainage Crew

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a skilled equipment operator to support the Drainage Crew. You will operate heavy machinery such as backhoes, dozers, excavators, mowers, and trucks, while assisting the crew leader and foreman in daily maintenance, paperwork, and safety protocols.

Responsibilities include coordinating traffic control, complying with PPE and CDL requirements, and participating in after-hours weather-related operations and emergency plan activations.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of related work experience or equivalent.
• Must have a valid motor vehicle operator's license.
• Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment on the Drainage Crew (e.g., Backhoe, Dozer, Excavator, Grader, etc.) and assist foreman in safe work practices.
• Coordinate traffic control setups and follow the Work Zone Traffic Control Manual to warn motorists.
• Assist with weather-related operations and after-hours emergencies as needed.

Education

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a skilled equipment operator to support the Drainage Crew. You will operate heavy machinery such as backhoes, dozers, excavators, mowers, and trucks, while assisting the crew leader and foreman in daily maintenance, paperwork, and safety protocols.

Responsibilities include coordinating traffic control, complying with PPE and CDL requirements, and participating in after-hours weather-related operations and emergency plan activations.