Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61036743) **RE-ADVERTISEMENT**

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a maintenance worker to support road and drainage projects. You will operate dump trucks and equipment for curb, basin, pipe, and ditch work along the right-of-way, with responsibilities extending to snow/ice removal and hurricane lane reversal planning.

The role requires physical endurance, the ability to flag traffic safely, and willingness to work extended hours and in varied weather conditions to keep roads safe and passable.

Qualifications

• Physical stamina for heavy manual labor.
• Ability to flag traffic safely.
• Strong safety awareness and teamwork.
• CDL license required within 6 months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate standard dump truck hauling asphalt, sand, gravel, and other maintenance materials.
• Perform drainage and roadside repairs, including curbs, basins, pipes, and ditches.
• Use small equipment (tractor mower, sweeper, roller) and hand tools for right-of-way work.
• Assist in snow/ice, debris removal, and hurricane lane reversal plans.
• Operate a snowplow during hazardous weather.
• Maintain safety to protect workers and the traveling public.

Skills

Physical stamina

Flagging

Safety awareness

Team cooperation

Education

Class A CDL (within 6 months)

Tools

Dump truck operation

Chain saw

Heavy equipment operation

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 and the control of traffic for safety. Operates various types of small equipment such as tractor mower, self-propelled sweeper and roller (pneumatic). 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.