Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61033401)

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a maintenance worker to perform road and bridge upkeep on the state highway system. You will operate equipment, assist in setting up traffic control, and help with cleaning duties and weather-related operations.

Responsibilities include flagging in work zones, routine maintenance, and responding to emergencies. A valid license is required, with CDL Class A to be attained within six months of placement.

Qualifications

• A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.
• CDL Class A must be obtained within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Maintain roads and bridges on the state highway system.
• Operate small equipment such as a dump truck and tractor with mower and power/hand tools.
• Assist with traffic control devices and flagging in maintenance work zones.
• Perform litter, debris, and dead animal cleanup; support emergency and inclement weather operations.

Skills

Physical endurance

Education

CDL Class A within 6 months

Job description

Operates small equipment such as a dump truck and tractor with mower. Uses powered tools, and hand tools to perform a variety of maintenance activities. Performs skilled manual labor in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Examples include regrading drainage ditches, installing driveways, or performing work on the roadway shoulder. 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. Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations; may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned.

There are no minimum training or experience requirements for this classification. Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required. 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, grasping and physically manipulating objects of varying size, shape, weight, and material. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. This position requires walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, and working in close proximity to motoring traffic and natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. Frequently exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions, noise, and oil or grease on a daily basis.

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.