Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61036768)

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 35,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled equipment operator to support road repairs and maintenance across counties. You will operate dump trucks, a forklift, a roller under 4 tons, and assist with traffic control and emergency weather operations.

Work includes manual labor, lifting up to 50 lbs, and potential 12-hour shifts. A valid driver's license is required, with CDL to be obtained within six months of placement.

Qualifications

• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• CDL must be obtained within six (6) months of placement.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform manual labor.
• May require extended hours or 12-hour shifts in emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Operate dump truck, forklift, tractor with broom, and roller for road repairs.
• Assist in patching potholes, cleaning pipes, and shoulder repair.
• Set up and manage traffic control in maintenance work zones.
• Perform routine maintenance and assist in weather-related operations.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Traffic control

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

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.