Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61033334)

State of South Carolina; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a capable worker to operate standard dump and flatbed trucks, hauling asphalt, limestone, dirt, soil and construction materials.

The role includes building catch basins, pouring concrete for curbs and medians, laying drainage pipes, repairing road shoulders, and clearing rights‑of‑way. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and will need to obtain a Class A CDL within six months.

Qualifications

• No minimum training or experience required.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required upon entry.
• Must obtain Class A CDL within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operates small equipment such as dump trucks and flatbeds to haul asphalt, limestone, dirt, soil, cement, pipes and debris.
• Performs manual labor constructing catch basins, pouring curbs and raised medians, laying driveways and drainage structures, repairing shoulders, and clearing rights‑of‑way.

Education

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) – Class A

Job description

Operates small equipment such as standard dump truck and flatbed trucks for hauling materials such as asphalt, limestone, dirt, soil, cement, pipe, construction materials and debris.

Performs manual labor in building catch basins, pouring concrete for curbs and raised median, laying pipes for driveways and other drainage structures, repairing shoulders, clearing rights-of-way.

Repairs potholes and base surface failures of roadway using hand tools such as shovel, pick, rake and asphalt lute to level asphalt as needed.

Flags traffic during road repairs to control flow to protect workers, general public and equipment.

Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended working hours.

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.

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.