Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61034404)

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a maintenance worker to assist in the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. You will operate trucks and various equipment, perform sign and drainage tasks, and help maintain safety around work zones.

The role involves physical labor, outdoor work in all weather, and possible extended hours during emergencies. A valid license is required, with Class A CDL to be obtained within six months.

Qualifications

• No minimum training or experience requirements.
• Valid driver’s license is required; Class A CDL must be obtained within 6 months.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform varied movements.
• Willingness to work extended hours or shifts during emergencies.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform highway maintenance tasks including sign installation and drainage maintenance.
• Operate dump trucks and other heavy equipment as needed.
• Flag traffic and ensure safety of workers and the public.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections and basic equipment maintenance.
• Work in varying weather and extended hours when needed.

Skills

Manual labor

Safety awareness

Traffic control

Equipment operation

Job description

Under direct supervision, assists in the performance of a wide variety of maintenance activities in the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. May operate standard motorized equipment used in the construction and maintenance of highways in the movement of materials and supplies used to perform these maintenance activities on a County Maintenance Special Project/Drainage/Vegetation Crew. Operates 5-yard standard dump truck and flatbed truck for hauling materials such as asphalt, limestone, dirt, soil, cement, pipe, construction materials, and debris. Operates small equipment such as brush chipper, pneumatic (less than or equal to 4 tons) rollers, broom sweepers, trailer mounted pipe washers, and tractor with mower (less than or equal to 10' wide) in conjunction with highway and bridge maintenance operations, and standard dump truck with snowplow attachment and sand spreader or brine sprayer applicator for removal of snow and ice from highways and bridges.

Performs duties using manual labor for maintenance tasks such as clearing of right-of-way; installing, repairing and maintaining flat sheet signs, sign assemblies, and sign foundation; performs vegetation management to improve visibility of signage; cleans drainage ditches, repairs shoulders; patches potholes, makes base repairs; and paves driveways. Flags traffic during road repairs to control flow of traffic to protect workers, general public, and equipment. Removes litter, debris, and dead animals from roadway and right-of-way. Assists in the operation of heavier equipment such as tandem-axle dump trucks, front-end loaders, belt loaders, tractor with ditcher, steel wheel rollers, specialized mowers, trailer mounted injection patcher, and backhoes with various levels of formal and informal instruction.

Conducts and documents pre-trip equipment /vehicle inspection in accordance with the Department's most current rules, policies and procedures for fleet safety. Operates and maintains electric/gas powered tools in various phases of roadway maintenance. Assists in emergency or inclement weather operations and supporting on-call personnel. May include being available for extended hours or extended shift operations. 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.