Highway Maintenance Worker — Class A CDL Required

South Carolina Department of Transportation; 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 ditching, traffic control setup, and vehicle operation across highway facilities. The role involves flagging in work zones, operating light and heavy equipment, and assisting in winter road maintenance.

Candidates must obtain a CDL within six months and may work extended hours during inclement weather. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 lbs and enduring exposure to traffic and outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• No minimum training or experience required.
• Valid motor vehicle operator's license is required; Class A CDL must be obtained within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered tools and hand tools for ditch maintenance tasks.
• Assist with placing traffic control devices and setting up a maintenance work zone.
• Serve as a flagger to safely direct traffic in work zones.
• Operate dump trucks and forklifts; remove litter, debris, and dead animals.
• Operate snow plow with spreader to remove snow and ice from highways and bridges.
• Support emergency and inclement weather operations; may require extended hours or 12-hour shifts.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a maintenance worker to support ditching, traffic control setup, and vehicle operation across highway facilities. The role involves flagging in work zones, operating light and heavy equipment, and assisting in winter road maintenance.

Candidates must obtain a CDL within six months and may work extended hours during inclement weather. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 lbs and enduring exposure to traffic and outdoor conditions.