Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61035130)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a skilled worker to operate trucks and equipment for maintenance and construction tasks across roadways. Daily duties include hauling materials, paving driveways with asphalt, and assisting in drainage work, with emphasis on safety around traffic.

The role requires a CDL within six months, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and tolerance for outdoor conditions, including inclement weather and extended hours.

Qualifications

• There are no minimum training or experience requirements for this classification.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required upon entry to the position.
• CDL Class A must be attained within six months of placement.
• Physical demands include bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.