Highway Maintenance Worker I: Small Equipment Operator (61035895)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a maintenance worker to operate equipment, assist with traffic control, and perform pavement and drainage maintenance in Beaufort, SC.

The role requires a valid license and a Class A CDL within six months, lifting up to 50 lbs, and willingness to work extended hours in inclement weather. On-site duties include traffic control, repairs, and routine maintenance.

Qualifications

• There are no minimum training or experience requirements for this classification.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• Needs Class A CDL within six months of placement.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Physical demands include bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, grasping and manipulating objects.
• May be required to work outside normal hours, including extended shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as a dump truck, brush chipper, concrete mixer, roller, snow plow, spreader, powered tools, and hand tools for maintenance tasks.
• Assist with placing traffic control devices to set up maintenance work zones.
• Serve as a flagger to direct and control traffic in work zones.
• Perform asphalt and concrete pavement repair using proper techniques and tools.
• Assist with installation/repair of catch basins, drainage pipes, and other drainage structures.
• Assist with installation/repair of traffic signs, pavement markings, and safety devices.
• Pick up litter, debris, and dead animals.
• Assist in emergency and inclement weather operations, including extended hours or 12-hour shifts.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Operates small equipment such as a dump truck, brush chipper, concrete mixer, roller, snow plow, spreader, powered tools, and hand tools to perform a variety of maintenance activities. 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. Performs construction, repair, and preservation to asphalt and concrete pavements using proper repair techniques. This work involves the use of hand or pneumatic-powered tools and compaction equipment. Performs manual labor to assist with the installation and repair of catch basins and other drainage structures and the placement of drainage pipes. Assists with the installation and repair of traffic signs, pavement markings, and safety device. Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals. 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.

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. Physical Requirement: 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.

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.