Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61036811)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a Maintenance Worker to support drainage and pavement maintenance across state roads. The role involves operating light equipment, performing manual labor, and assisting in traffic control within active work zones.

A valid driver's license is required, with Class A CDL to be obtained within six months. Applicants should be prepared for extended shifts, adverse weather, and physical work in outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• No minimum training or experience required.
• Valid motor vehicle operator's license.
• Must obtain a Class A CDL within six months of placement.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and work long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation and repair of drainage structures and pipes.
• Operate small equipment such as dump truck, forklift, chipper, and roller.
• Set up maintenance work zones with traffic control devices.
• Serve as flagger to direct traffic safely.
• Use hand or pneumatic tools for pavement work.
• Support emergency and inclement weather operations.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Traffic control

Tools

Dump truck

Forklift

Brush chipper

Roller

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Performs manual labor to assist with the installation and repair of catch basins and other drainage structures and placement of drainage pipes. Operates small equipment such as a dump truck, forklift, brush chipper and roller to perform various maintenance activities. Assists with 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. Operates small equipment, power tools, and hand tools to perform a variety of maintenance activities. Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals. 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. 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.

Job Responsibilities

Performs manual labor to assist with the installation and repair of catch basins and other drainage structures and placement of drainage pipes. Operates small equipment such as a dump truck, forklift, brush chipper and roller to perform various maintenance activities. Assists with 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. Operates small equipment, power tools, and hand tools to perform a variety of maintenance activities. Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals. 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. 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.

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.

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.