Highway Maintenance Pro: CDL-Ready & Traffic Control

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a maintenance worker to support roadway construction, repair, and cleanup operations. The role involves operating a dump truck, forklift, tractor with broom, roller, and chain saw, plus manual labor to patch potholes and clear debris.

You will assist in setting up traffic control, serve as a flagger in work zones, and may work 12-hour shifts or extended hours during emergencies or bad weather.

Qualifications

• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required.
• Class A CDL must be attained within six (6) months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as dump truck, forklift, tractor with broom, and roller.
• Perform manual labor including pothole patching, pipe cleaning, litter removal.
• Assist with traffic control setup and act as flagger in work zones.
• May be required to work extended hours or 12-hour shifts, especially during emergencies or bad weather.

Skills

Flagging

Heavy equipment operation

Manual labor

Road maintenance

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a maintenance worker to support roadway construction, repair, and cleanup operations. The role involves operating a dump truck, forklift, tractor with broom, roller, and chain saw, plus manual labor to patch potholes and clear debris.

You will assist in setting up traffic control, serve as a flagger in work zones, and may work 12-hour shifts or extended hours during emergencies or bad weather.