Highway Maintenance Tech - CDL in 6 Months

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a general laborer to operate dump trucks and support highway maintenance tasks. Responsibilities include hauling materials, setting up traffic control zones, and serving as a flagger to ensure safe work zones.

Requirements include a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and the goal of obtaining a Class A CDL within six months. The role involves lifting up to 50 lbs and working outdoors in varied conditions.

Qualifications

• No minimum training or experience required.
• Must obtain Class A CDL within six months of placement.
• Physical ability to bend, reach, lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate 5-yard standard dump truck and flatbed truck for hauling materials.
• Assist with placement of traffic control devices and set up maintenance work zones.
• Serve as a flagger to direct and control traffic.
• Remove litter, debris, and dead animals from roadways and rights-of-way.
• Operate heavier equipment like front-end loaders and backhoes when needed.
• Conduct and document pre-trip equipment inspections per state rules.

Skills

Flagger

Vehicle inspection

Heavy equipment operation

Litter removal

Job description

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a general laborer to operate dump trucks and support highway maintenance tasks. Responsibilities include hauling materials, setting up traffic control zones, and serving as a flagger to ensure safe work zones.

Requirements include a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and the goal of obtaining a Class A CDL within six months. The role involves lifting up to 50 lbs and working outdoors in varied conditions.