Highway Maintenance Technician - CDL Class A

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of South Carolina's Department of Transportation seeks a skilled laborer for construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. You may lay pipes for drainage and operate medium equipment to haul materials on shoulders, ditches, and drainage structures.

The role involves coordinating traffic control for maintenance zones, assisting in emergency operations, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Six months of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months of placement.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled manual labor in construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system.
• Operates medium equipment, including tandem dump trucks, to haul materials for road and drainage projects.
• Coordinates placement of traffic control devices to set up maintenance work zones per manuals.
• Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations; may require extended hours or 12-hour shifts.
• Picks up litter and debris and works near motoring traffic and environmental hazards.

Skills

CDL Class A within 6 months

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Ability to work extended hours

Education

Six months related work experience or equivalent

Job description

The State of South Carolina's Department of Transportation seeks a skilled laborer for construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. You may lay pipes for drainage and operate medium equipment to haul materials on shoulders, ditches, and drainage structures.

The role involves coordinating traffic control for maintenance zones, assisting in emergency operations, and lifting up to 50 lbs.