Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61035130)

State of South Carolina; Conway (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a maintenance worker to perform road maintenance tasks, operate light and medium equipment, and support construction projects across Conway and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities include operating dump trucks and rollers, installing reinforced concrete pipe, paving with asphalt, traffic flagging, and assisting in emergency weather operations. A valid driver's license is required; a CDL Class A must be obtained within six months.

Qualifications

• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required on entry.
• CDL Class A must be obtained within six months.
• Physical demands include bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs.
• May require extended hours during inclement weather.

Responsibilities

• Operates small equipment such as standard dump truck used in hauling of maintenance and construction materials.
• Performs manual labor in installation of reinforced concrete pipe for driveways and drainage and in paving driveways with asphalt.
• Operates medium equipment such as large roller to compact fill material.
• Uses hand tools such as asphalt rakes, brooms and shovels for daily maintenance; chainsaw in inclement weather.
• Flags traffic during roadway and/or electric repairs to ensure safety of workers and the traveling public.
• Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, may include extended working hours.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Operates small equipment such as standard dump truck used in the hauling of maintenance and construction materials such as asphalt, coquina, pipe, dirt, etc. Performs manual labor in the installation of reinforced concrete pipe for driveways and other drainage purposes and in the paving of driveways with asphalt. Operates medium equipment such as large roller to compact and solidify fill material. Operates small equipment such as a trailer mounted pipe washer in cleaning driveway and cross line pipes. Uses hand tools such as asphalt rakes, brooms and shovels in daily maintenance operations; also uses chainsaw in inclement weather. Flags traffic during roadway and/or electric repairs to ensure the safety of fellow employees and the traveling public. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended working hours.

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 upon entry to the position. 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 involve 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.

Additional Comments

A resume may be included but NOT substituted for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application. Supplemental Questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.

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

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.