Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61033890) **RE-ADVERTISEMENT**

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan options (401k/457)

Job summary

The State of South Carolina, through the Department of Transportation, is seeking a maintenance worker dedicated to vegetation management and highway infrastructure upkeep. You will operate equipment such as tractors, assist in drainage work, and help set up work zones following safety guidelines.

Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs, driving responsibilities, and potential extended or night shifts depending on weather and emergencies. Benefits are provided to state employees.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of vegetation management activities using equipment such as a tractor with mower.
• Operates small equipment, such as a tandem dump truck, for road and bridge maintenance.
• Coordinates placement of traffic control devices to safely establish work zones per the SCDOT guidelines.
• Assists in installing and repairing catch basins and drainage structures.
• Provides support during emergency and inclement weather operations; may require extended hours or 12-hour shifts, day or night.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Performs a variety of vegetation management activities using equipment such as a tractor with mower. Performs skilled manual labor and operates small equipment, such as a tandem dump truck in a variety of activities associated with the repair and preservation of roads and bridges in the state highway system. Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic control and Field Guide to warn motorists. Performs manual labor to assist with installing and repairing catch basins and other drainage structures. Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations; includes being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts, day or night. 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. 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.

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.

Benefits For State Employees

• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement and savings plan options
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Telecommuting
• Flexible work schedules

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance
• Prescription coverage
• Wellness benefits
• Dental
• Vision
• Term life insurance
• Long term disability
• Flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Defined benefit plan
• Defined contribution plan
• South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program offering 401(k) and 457 plan options

Workplace Benefits

• Tuition assistance
• Holiday, annual and sick leave
• Discounts on purchases, travel and more

Note

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.