Highway Maintenance Worker I: Small Equipment Operator (61035895) **RE-ADVERTISEMENT**

State of South Carolina; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan options

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a maintenance worker to operate equipment and perform a range of roadway repairs, drainage work, signage installation, and debris removal. You will support traffic control in active work zones and may be required for extended hours in poor weather.

A valid driver’s license is required, and you must obtain a Class A CDL within six months of placement. The job involves physical tasks and exposure to traffic and outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• This classification has no minimum training or experience requirements.
• Must obtain a Class A CDL within six months of placement.
• Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs and working near traffic.

Responsibilities

• Operate small equipment for maintenance tasks.
• Place traffic control devices and set up work zones.
• Serve as flagger to direct traffic safely.
• Repair and preserve asphalt and concrete pavements.
• Assist with drainage installations and repairs.
• Assist with traffic signs and pavement markings.
• Pick up litter and debris, including during emergencies.
• May work extended hours or 12-hour shifts.

Skills

Traffic control

Manual labor

Safety awareness

Education

Valid motor vehicle operator’s license

CDL Class A within 6 months

Job description

• This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants are still being considered for this position and do not need to re-apply**

Job Responsibilities

• This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants are still being considered for this position and do not need to re-apply**

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.

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.