Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61036768)

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a maintenance worker to support roadway construction, repair, and cleanup operations. The role involves operating a dump truck, forklift, tractor with broom, roller, and chain saw, plus manual labor to patch potholes and clear debris.

You will assist in setting up traffic control, serve as a flagger in work zones, and may work 12-hour shifts or extended hours during emergencies or bad weather.

Qualifications

• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required.
• Class A CDL must be attained within six (6) months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as dump truck, forklift, tractor with broom, and roller.
• Perform manual labor including pothole patching, pipe cleaning, litter removal.
• Assist with traffic control setup and act as flagger in work zones.
• May be required to work extended hours or 12-hour shifts, especially during emergencies or bad weather.

Skills

Flagging

Heavy equipment operation

Manual labor

Road maintenance

Job description

Operates small equipment, such as a standard dump truck for hauling materials and equipment for various road repairs, a forklift for loading and unloading materials and supplies, a tractor with broom for sweeping roadways, and a roller < 4 tons for rolling asphalt patches and driveways. Operates powered tools, such as a chain saw for removing downed trees and limbs from highway right of way, etc., and hand tools to perform a variety of maintenance activities such as patching potholes, cleaning out driveway pipes, etc. Assists with the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Manual and Field Guide to warn motorists. Serves as flagger to safely direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones. Performs manual labor, such as cutting bushes with a bush ax, cleaning pipes, catch basins, and ditches with a shovel, spreading materials by hand for pothole patching and shoulder repair, etc., in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roadways. Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations to include, loading and unloading sand and salt during snow and ice season, removing debris from highway right of way, and placing signs on roadways during emergency situations; may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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.

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.