Highway Maintenance Worker I- Small Equipment Operator (61033673)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Equipment Operator to support highway and bridge maintenance tasks. The role involves operating a range of vehicles and equipment, performing manual labor, and assisting with traffic control in work zones.

Candidates must hold a valid CDL or obtain a Class A CDL within six months, and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. This is a full-time site-based position with varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• Must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months of placement.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks as part of the job.

Responsibilities

• Operates 5 yard standard dump truck for hauling materials.
• Operates small equipment such as brush chipper, 4 ton roller, and sweeper tractor with broom.
• Performs manual labor for repair and preservation of state highways and bridges.
• Operates heavier equipment like front end loaders, tractor with ditcher, boom mowers and backhoes.
• Assists with placement of traffic control devices and serves as a flagger in work zones.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

CDL

Flagger

Manual labor

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Operates 5 yard standard dump truck for hauling materials such as asphalt, limestone, dirt, soil, cement, pipe, and other materials and debris. Operates small equipment such as brush chipper, 4 ton roller, self contained sweeper tractor with broom, 10' tractor with mower in conjunction with highway and bridge maintenance operations and standard dump truck with snow plow attachment and sand spreader or brine sprayer for removal of snow and ice from highways. Performs manual labor in a variety of activities associated with repair and preservation of state highway roads and bridges. Operates heavier equipment such as front end loaders, tractor with ditcher, boom mowers and backhoes. Assists with the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up maintenance work zones. Serves as a flagger to safely direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones. Performs other related duties as required or assigned by supervisor.

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. 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

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.