Highway & Bridge Maintenance Heavy Equipment Operator

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a maintenance operator to operate backhoe, excavator, and front-end loader for road and bridge projects in the Richland area. The role includes setting up traffic control and performing preventative maintenance on equipment.

Candidates need at least one year of related work experience, a valid driver's license, and must obtain a Class A CDL within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoe, excavator, front-end loader and other equipment for road and bridge maintenance and construction.
• Set up and coordinate traffic control devices per manual to protect work zones.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment and assist in emergency operations as needed.
• Work extended hours, nights, weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a maintenance operator to operate backhoe, excavator, and front-end loader for road and bridge projects in the Richland area. The role includes setting up traffic control and performing preventative maintenance on equipment.

Candidates need at least one year of related work experience, a valid driver's license, and must obtain a Class A CDL within six months of placement.