Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61034417)

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of South Carolina's Department of Transportation is seeking a highway maintenance worker to perform a variety of tasks using small equipment, including dump trucks and road patching tools. This role requires operating hand tools such as chainsaws, rakes, and shovels to maintain roadways.

Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and are required to obtain a Class A CDL within six months. The job may involve extended hours, including 12-hour shifts, day or night, and exposure to

Qualifications

• Valid motor vehicle operator's license required.
• Must obtain Class A CDL within six months of placement.
• Ability to perform physical labor: lift up to 50 lbs, bend, stoop, reach, twist, climb, balance, kneel, push and pull.
• Ability to work extended hours or 12-hour shifts, day or night, including inclement weather.

Responsibilities

• Operate small equipment such as dump trucks and road patching equipment for highway maintenance.
• Use tools like chainsaws, rakes and shovels in roadway maintenance tasks.
• Pick up litter, debris and dead animals as part of routine maintenance.
• Coordinate placement of traffic control devices to set up maintenance work zones per SCDOT guidelines.
• Assist in emergency and inclement weather operations; may work extended hours or 12-hour shifts.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Performs a variety of highway maintenance activities using small equipment such as operating a dump truck and road patching equipment. Performs skilled manual labor and operates tools such as chainsaws, rakes, and shovels in various phases of roadway maintenance. Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals. 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. 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

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and 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.