Heavy Equipment Operator - Highway Maintenance CDL Eligible

State of South Carolina; White Hills (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a maintenance worker in White Hills to perform skilled manual labor and operate heavy equipment such as backhoes, excavators, and loaders on state highway projects.

This role requires one year of related work experience (or equivalent), a valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within six months. You will lift up to 50 lbs, work outdoors in varying weather, and may need overtime or night shifts during emergencies.

Qualifications

• One year of related work experience or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including backhoe, excavator, slope mower, tractor with boom mower, and front end loader.
• Perform road maintenance tasks such as grading, patching, and drainage work.
• Coordinate placement of traffic control devices in work zones according to guidelines.
• Assist in vegetation management using specialized mowers and tools.
• Respond to emergencies and inclement weather operations, including heavy equipment use.

Skills

Backhoe operation

Excavator operation

Loader operation

Road maintenance

Traffic control

Vegetation management

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a maintenance worker in White Hills to perform skilled manual labor and operate heavy equipment such as backhoes, excavators, and loaders on state highway projects.

This role requires one year of related work experience (or equivalent), a valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within six months. You will lift up to 50 lbs, work outdoors in varying weather, and may need overtime or night shifts during emergencies.