Highway Maintenance: Specialized Equipment Operator

State of South Carolina; White Hills (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a skilled heavy equipment operator for bridge maintenance tasks, operating equipment such as backhoes, cranes, dump trucks, and snow plow machinery as needed.

Entry requires two years of related work experience or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and the goal of obtaining a Class A CDL within six months. Candidates should be prepared for outdoor work in all weather and potential overtime during emergencies.

Qualifications

• Requires two years of related work experience or equivalent.
• Must have a valid motor vehicle operator's license on entry; Class A CDL within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment and specialized machinery including backhoes, trucks, cranes for bridge maintenance and repair.
• Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations.
• Works near traffic and environmental hazards; follows safety protocols and procedures.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a skilled heavy equipment operator for bridge maintenance tasks, operating equipment such as backhoes, cranes, dump trucks, and snow plow machinery as needed.

Entry requires two years of related work experience or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and the goal of obtaining a Class A CDL within six months. Candidates should be prepared for outdoor work in all weather and potential overtime during emergencies.