Highway Maintenance Crew Foreman — CDL & Safety Lead

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a Crew Foreman to supervise a crew of Highway Maintenance Workers performing ditching, shoulder, pipe and asphalt operations to maintain state roads and bridges in Barnwell County. The role demands hands-on leadership, practical problem-solving, and a strong commitment to safety.

The successful candidate will coordinate work requests, investigate complaints from residents and motorists, and prepare daily and weekly reports while ensuring fair

Qualifications

• 3.5 years of related work experience.
• Must obtain Class A CDL within 6 months.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Supervise crew of Highway Maintenance Workers performing ditching, shoulder, pipe, and asphalt operations.
• Investigate complaints and schedule work; prepare daily, weekly and leave reports.
• Maintain safe work zones and enforce safety protocols; ensure proper disciplinary actions and ratings.
• Be on-call for after-hour emergencies and perform duties in inclement weather.

Skills

Supervision

Maintenance operations

Safety awareness

Education

Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Valid motor vehicle operator’s license

Job description

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a Crew Foreman to supervise a crew of Highway Maintenance Workers performing ditching, shoulder, pipe and asphalt operations to maintain state roads and bridges in Barnwell County. The role demands hands-on leadership, practical problem-solving, and a strong commitment to safety.

The successful candidate will coordinate work requests, investigate complaints from residents and motorists, and prepare daily and weekly reports while ensuring fair