Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61031903)

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

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a maintenance operator to operate small equipment, including a standard dump truck, and support the setup of maintenance work zones. The role involves manual road and bridge repairs within the state system and assisting during emergencies or inclement weather, potentially requiring extended hours or 12-hour shifts.

The position requires a valid operator's license on entry and a Class A CDL must be obtained within six months.

Qualifications

• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required on entry to the position.
• Must attain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operates small equipment such as a standard dump truck.
• Assists with the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone.
• Performs manual labor repairing roads and bridges within the state system.
• Assists with emergency and inclement weather operations, may include extended hours and/or 12-hour shifts.

Skills

Equipment operation

CDL license

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Operates small equipment such as a standard dump truck.
• Operates small equipment such as a standard dump truck.
• Assists with the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone.
• Performs manual labor repairing roads and bridges within the state system.
• Assists with emergency and inclement weather operations, may include extended hours and/or 12-hour shifts.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• There are no minimum training or experience requirements for this classification. Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required upon entry to the position. Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement in the position.
• The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling and grasping. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. This position requires walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, and working in close proximity to motoring traffic and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside of normal scheduled work week, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies.

Additional Comments

A resume may be included but NOT substituted for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application. Supplemental Questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.

Non-Discrimination Statement: The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.