Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61035869)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a maintenance worker to perform drainage and roadway repair tasks along the right of way. You will build catch basins, pour curbs, lay pipes, and operate dump trucks and small equipment.

A valid Class A CDL is required within six months of placement; you may work extended hours in adverse weather. This full-time role is based in South Carolina with benefits, including health, retirement, and paid leave, and offers stability and opportunities

Qualifications

• Valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.
• CDL Class A license must be obtained within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Build catch basins and pour concrete for curbs and medians.
• Lay drainage pipes for driveways and other structures.
• Operate dump trucks and small maintenance equipment.
• Assist in snow/ice removal and hurricane lane reversal planning.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL Class A

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Performs manual labor in building catch basins, pouring concrete for curbs and raised medians, laying pipes for driveways and other drainage structures, cleaning ditches, repairing shoulders clearing right-of-ways and repairing bridges. Operates standard dump truck hauling materials that consist of asphalt, sand clay, limestone and various maintenance materials for work performed along right of way and surface repairs. Flags traffic using proper flagging devices during shoulder work and surface repairs to protect workers, equipment and traveling public in the control of traffic safety. Operates various types of small equipment such as self-propelled sweeper, and a small roller. Operates chain saw and various hand tools in the clearing of right of way along ditches and highways. Assists in snow and ice, debris removal, and hurricane lane reversal plans. Operates a snowplow during hazardous weather. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

Performs manual labor in building catch basins, pouring concrete for curbs and raised medians, laying pipes for driveways and other drainage structures, cleaning ditches, repairing shoulders clearing right-of-ways and repairing bridges. Operates standard dump truck hauling materials that consist of asphalt, sand clay, limestone and various maintenance materials for work performed along right of way and surface repairs. Flags traffic using proper flagging devices during shoulder work and surface repairs to protect workers, equipment and traveling public in the control of traffic safety. Operates various types of small equipment such as self-propelled sweeper, and a small roller. Operates chain saw and various hand tools in the clearing of right of way along ditches and highways. Assists in snow and ice, debris removal, and hurricane lane reversal plans. Operates a snowplow during hazardous weather. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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

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.