Highway Maintenance Tech: Heavy Equipment Operator

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled highway maintenance worker to perform heavy equipment operations and maintenance tasks on roadways and bridges. The role includes repairing pavement, routine equipment maintenance, and coordinating traffic controls for work zones.

Qualified candidates will have at least one year of related experience, a valid driver's license, and must obtain a CDL within six months of placement.

Qualifications

• One year of related work experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• CDL required within six months of placement.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying weather conditions.
• Must meet safety and equipment operation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (e.g., backhoe, motor grader, front-end loader) for highway maintenance and repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance checks on equipment and report issues.
• Coordinate placement of traffic control devices for work zones.
• Repair asphalt and concrete pavement and conduct base repairs as needed.
• Assist in snow and ice operations and other maintenance tasks as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

CDL within 6 months

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Backhoe

Motor Grader

Front-End Loader

Paver

Snowplow

Roller

Job description

South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled highway maintenance worker to perform heavy equipment operations and maintenance tasks on roadways and bridges. The role includes repairing pavement, routine equipment maintenance, and coordinating traffic controls for work zones.

Qualified candidates will have at least one year of related experience, a valid driver's license, and must obtain a CDL within six months of placement.