Highway Maintenance Worker I Small Equipment Operator (61035055)

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

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation's Richland Maintenance is seeking a hands-on highway maintenance worker. You will operate a dump truck, use a brush chipper and powered hand tools for vegetation management along SCDOT right-of-way, and assist in setting up traffic control devices.

The role requires a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and, within six months, attainment of a Class A CDL. Physical duties include lifting up to 50 lbs, bending and walking on varied terrain, with

Qualifications

• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• CDL Class A must be attained within six months of placement.
• Physical demands include bending, stooping, reaching, climbing, lifting up to 50 lbs, and walking on varied terrain.

Responsibilities

• Operate a brush chipper and powered hand tools for vegetation management on SCDOT right-of-way.
• Operate a dump truck hauling tools to and from the job site.
• Assist with placement of traffic control devices and act as a flagger in maintenance work zones.
• Work alongside inmates performing mowing, litter removal, and right-of-way clearing.
• May require overtime, nighttime work, and extended shifts during hazardous weather or emergencies.

Education

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A

Job description

Job Responsibilities

At Richland Maintenance, uses a brush chipper and powered hand tools during vegetation management activities on SCDOT right-of-way. Operates dump truck hauling tools to and from job site. 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. Works alongside inmates performing mowing, litter removal, dead animal removal and right-of-way clearing. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts.

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 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.

Additional Comments

May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

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.