Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61034417) *RE-ADVERTISEMENT*

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a highway maintenance worker in South Carolina. The role involves operating a dump truck and road patching equipment, plus performing skilled manual labor on roadways to keep highways safe and functional.

No formal minimum experience is required, but a valid operator’s license is essential, with CDL Class A to be obtained within six months.

Qualifications

• No minimum training or experience requirements for this classification.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• CDL Class A must be obtained within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operates a dump truck and road patching equipment.
• Operates tools such as chainsaws, rakes, and shovels for roadway maintenance.
• Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals.
• Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to set up a maintenance work zone per guidelines.
• Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations; may require 12-hour shifts, day or night.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job description

THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY. YOUR APPLICATION IS STILL BEING CONSIDERED.

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.

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.