Highway Maintenance Worker I Small Equipment Operator (61035792)

State of South Carolina; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting options

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a field truck operator for the Lexington Maintenance West Columbia Section Shed. The role involves driving a 5 yard truck to move pipe, debris, signs and equipment between sites and performing routine truck maintenance.

Applicants must hold a valid motor vehicle operator's license and must obtain a Class A CDL within six months of placement. Extended shifts may be required during hazardous weather or emergencies.

Qualifications

• A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required upon entry.
• Attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months of placement.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform demanding field tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 5 yard truck to haul pipe, debris, signs and equipment to and from the job site.
• Perform preventative maintenance on the truck and keep records.
• Drive defensively and in a courteous manner.
• Work with the crew to pull shoulders and clean drainage ditches.
• Use a shovel, bush axe, and sling blade to clean ditches and open clogged pipes.
• Remove and erect mail boxes and signs; restore disturbed areas.
• Flag traffic in low and high volume areas per instructions and assist with traffic control devices per SC MUTCD.
• Operate backhoe to maintain shoulders, ditches and earth roads; operate a tandem truck to haul debris.
• Work with small to medium equipment during hazardous weather or emergencies; extend shifts may be required.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

At Lexington Maintenance West Columbia Section Shed, operates a 5 yard truck to haul pipe, debris, signs and equipment to and from the job site. Picks up materials from vendor making sure all loose material is cleaned off truck and tarp is in place before operations. Performs preventative maintenance on truck and keeps record of the same. Drives defensively and in a courteous manner. Works with the crew when pulling shoulders and cleaning drainage ditches. Works with a shovel, bush axe, and sling blade to clean out ditches, open clogged pipes and cuts right of way at sight areas. Removes and erects mail boxes and signs as necessary and restores disturbed areas. Flags traffic in low and high volume areas as instructed. Assists crew in placing traffic control devices to warn motorists of road work ahead according to the SC MUTCD (SC Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices). Assists to operate backhoe to maintain shoulders, ditches and earth roads. Ensures preventative maintenance is performed and documented as required. Assists to operate a tandem truck to haul debris and equipment. Operates small to medium equipment during hazardous weather or emergency operations. May be required to work extended 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 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 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.

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.

01

Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

• Yes
• No

02

Are you a former SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

• Yes
• No

03

Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.

04

What class driver's license do you possess?

• Class A (CDL)
• Class B (CDL)
• SC Class C
• SC Class D
• Other State Driver's License
• None

05

How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply.

• Job/Career Fair
• Referred by current SCDOT employee
• SCDOT presentation
• Sign or billboard
• Bumper sticker/magnetic sign
• Facebook or Twitter post
• Internship
• Newspaper Ad
• Radio Ad
• Television Ad
• Trade Journal
• Referred from Vocational Rehab
• Referred from Department of Employment and Workforce
• Jobs.SC.Gov webpage
• Other

06

If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation.

07

If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name?

08

I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application. Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement.

• Yes
• No

09

My failure to accurately and completely describe my work experience may prevent my application from being forwarded to the hiring manager. I understand and acknowledge this statement.

• Yes
• No
• Required Question