Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61035709)

State of South Carolina; Woodland Trailer Park (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is seeking a maintenance worker to assist with traffic control devices and the setup of maintenance work zones. The role includes flagging to safely direct traffic and operating small equipment as needed.

Responsibilities include road and bridge maintenance tasks, vegetation management, litter removal, and supporting after-hour emergencies. A valid driver's license is required and CDL must be obtained within six months.

Qualifications

• No formal training or experience requirements stated.
• License requirements are specified in the Special Requirement section.

Responsibilities

• Assist with placement of traffic control devices to set up and maintain work zones.
• Direct and control traffic as a flagger for maintenance operations.
• Operate small equipment listed (brine sprayer, forklift, etc.) as assigned.
• Assist in road/bridge maintenance and vegetation management tasks.
• Support after-hour emergencies and other duties as needed.

Skills

Flagger duties

Traffic control

Heavy equipment

Physical stamina

Safety compliance

Job description

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 brine sprayer, brush chipper, forklift, trailer mounted pipe washer, roller = 4 tons, snowplow, spreader, tractor with broom and tractor with mower = 10' wide; 10' batwing and a dump truck (single axle) for hauling materials and performing other related job tasks as assigned. Performs manual labor in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Examples include assisting performing work on driveways, shoulders, ditches, and drainage pipes/structures; assisting with the installation and repairing of traffic signs and pavement markings; performing a variety of vegetation management activities; repairing potholes and base surface failures of roadway. Operates powered tools, and hand tools to perform a variety of maintenance activities, such as performing a variety of vegetation management activities (i.e. chain saws, weed eaters, drills, impact wrench, etc.). Removes litter, debris, and dead animals from roadway and rights-of-way and assists Supervisor with on-call for after hour's emergencies as needed. This position requires employee to lift heavy object Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations; may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. 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.