Highway Maintenance Worker I: Small Equipment Operator (61033820)

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

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking workers to operate small equipment, perform maintenance on pavements, and assist with drainage and traffic-control installations. You may be called for emergency weather operations and extended shifts. A valid license is required, with CDL Class A expected within six months of placement.

This role involves hands-on labor across asphalt and concrete surfaces, signs, markings, and safety devices, with exposure to outdoor conditions and traffic.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate small equipment (dump truck, brush chipper, concrete mixer, roller, snow plow, spreader, etc.) and power/hand tools to perform maintenance activities.
• Assist with placement of traffic control devices and act as a flagger to direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones.
• Perform construction, repair, and preservation to asphalt and concrete pavements using proper repair techniques.
• Assist with installation/repair of catch basins, drainage structures, drainage pipes, traffic signs, pavement markings, and safety devices.
• Assist in emergency and inclement weather operations; may require extended hours or 12-hour shifts.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Operates small equipment (dump truck, brush chipper, concrete mixer, roller, snow plow, spreader, etc.) powered tools, and hand tools to perform a variety of maintenance activities. 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. Performs construction, repair, and preservation to asphalt and concrete pavements using proper repair techniques. This work involves the use of hand or pneumatic-powered tools and compaction equipment. Performs manual labor to assist with the installation and repair of catch basins and other drainage structures and the placement of drainage pipes. Assists with the installation and repair of traffic signs, pavement markings, and safety devices. 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.

Job Responsibilities

Operates small equipment (dump truck, brush chipper, concrete mixer, roller, snow plow, spreader, etc.) powered tools, and hand tools to perform a variety of maintenance activities. 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. Performs construction, repair, and preservation to asphalt and concrete pavements using proper repair techniques. This work involves the use of hand or pneumatic-powered tools and compaction equipment. Performs manual labor to assist with the installation and repair of catch basins and other drainage structures and the placement of drainage pipes. Assists with the installation and repair of traffic signs, pavement markings, and safety devices. 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.

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.

Physical Requirement: 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.