Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61033024)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; Kingstree (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a maintenance worker to operate dump trucks and other small equipment, assist with traffic control, and support on‑call repairs. You will help set up maintenance work zones and act as a flagger to ensure safe traffic flow.

The role may require extended hours or 12‑hour shifts, with CDL required within six months of placement. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operates small equipment such as a standard dump truck for hauling materials such as asphalt, limestone, soil, cement, pipe, construction materials and debris.
• Assists with the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone.
• Serves as a flagger to safely direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones.
• Operates small equipment such as a forklift and concrete mixer, powered tools, and hand tools to perform a variety of maintenance activities.
• Assists in on-call repairs, emergency and inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Operates small equipment such as a standard dump truck for hauling materials such as asphalt, limestone, soil, cement, pipe, construction materials and debris. Assists with the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone. Serves as a flagger to safely direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones. Operates small equipment such as a forklift and concrete mixer, powered tools, and hand tools to perform a variety of maintenance activities. Assists in on-call repairs, emergency and inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts.

Job Responsibilities

Operates small equipment such as a standard dump truck for hauling materials such as asphalt, limestone, soil, cement, pipe, construction materials and debris. Assists with the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone. Serves as a flagger to safely direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones. Operates small equipment such as a forklift and concrete mixer, powered tools, and hand tools to perform a variety of maintenance activities. Assists in on-call repairs, emergency and inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts.

Job Responsibilities

Operates small equipment such as a standard dump truck for hauling materials such as asphalt, limestone, soil, cement, pipe, construction materials and debris. Assists with the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone. Serves as a flagger to safely direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones. Operates small equipment such as a forklift and concrete mixer, powered tools, and hand tools to perform a variety of maintenance activities. Assists in on-call repairs, emergency and inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended working hours 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 involves bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal scheduled work week; especially during inclement weather.

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.