Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61034896)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; Sur place; USD 35 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a maintenance worker to support the installation and repair of traffic signs and related devices at roadways across the state. The role includes operating tools and equipment, performing flagging duties in work zones, and assisting in winter operations.

Candidates must hold a valid license and be able to obtain a Class A CDL within six months. This position often requires extended hours and outdoor work in varying weather and traffic

Qualifications

• No minimum training or experience required.
• Requires valid Class A CDL within six months of placement.

Responsabilités

• Operates tools to install and repair traffic signs.
• Assists with placement of traffic control devices and setting up maintenance work zones.
• Acts as a flagger to direct traffic safely in work zones.
• Operates dump truck, forklift, and snow plow equipment as needed.
• Picks up litter and debris; may involve working with motorized traffic and in natural hazards.
• May work extended hours or 12-hour shifts during emergencies or inclement weather.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Connaissances

CDL Class A

Traffic control

Equipment operation

Description du poste

Job Responsibilities

Operates powered tools and hand tools to perform a variety of maintenance activities associated with installation and repair of traffic signs. 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. Operates small equipment such as a dump truck and/or forklift. Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals. Operates standard dump truck with snowplow attachment and sand spreader to remove snow and ice from highway and bridges. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations; may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. Performs other related duties as as signed .

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.