Highway Maintenance Worker II/03 Medium Equipment Operator (61034856)*Re-advertisement*

State of South Carolina; Chester (SC); On-site; USD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A position for a Highway Maintenance Worker II is open in Chester, SC, involving various road and bridge maintenance activities. Candidates operating medium equipment and performing manual labor are sought, with a focus on safety and preventative maintenance. The role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work outdoors in diverse conditions.

Qualifications

• Six months of related experience or equivalent education.
• Valid motor vehicle operator's license required.
• Must obtain Class A CDL within six months.

Responsibilities

• Operate medium-sized equipment for highway maintenance.
• Perform manual labor in road repairs and vegetation management.
• Conduct safety inspections and maintenance of assigned equipment.

Skills

Equipment Operation

Maintenance Skills

Safety Procedures

Physical Endurance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Highway Maintenance Worker II-Medium Equipment Operator (61034856)*RE-ADVERTISEMENT*

Pay $44720.00 - $55900.00 / year

Location Chester/South Carolina

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

Req#: 4059282 **THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT TO RE-APPLY. YOUR APPLICATION IS STILL BEING CONSIDERED.** Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of maintenance activities in the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Operates motorized equipment used in the construction and maintenance of highways and bridges or the movement of materials and supplies used to perform these maintenance activities. Operates motorized equipment on a county maintenance Work Request Crew. Performs skilled highway maintenance worker functions and operates medium sized equipment such as belt loaders, larger (> 4 tons) rollers, skid steer, tractor and trailer mounted injection patcher, tractor with batwing 15’ mowers, and combination tractor with side mounted mowers in conjunction with highway and bridge maintenance operations. Performs skilled manual labor in various duties as patching roadway base and surface failures, cleaning ditches and placing sideline and crossline pipe, installing driveways; removing fallen trees from roadway, cutting dead trees on right-of-way, performing vegetation management to improve visibility of signage; installing, repairing, and maintaining flat sheet signs, extruded panel signs, sign assemblies, and sign foundations; and setting forms and pouring and finishing concrete for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and other activities related to work request activities and multipurpose operations. Operates tandem dump trucks with trailers for hauling material and transporting equipment for maintenance and construction operations. In conjunction with highway and bridge maintenance activities, operates heavier equipment such as a front-end loader, motor graders, backhoes, specialized slope mowers and specialized equipment for cleaning out drainage ditches, installing sideline and crossline pipe, and bridge repairs with various levels of formal and informal training. Operates and maintains powered tools in various phases of roadway maintenance related to assigned tasks such as tree and vegetation removal, cleaning pipes and ditches, concrete sidewalk and gutter repair and maintenance, limb trimming, weed eating, facility maintenance, litter and dead animal removal, etc., and other activities related to maintenance operations. Conducts safety inspections and daily preventative maintenance activities on all assigned equipment to ensure that equipment is greased and lubricated, proper coolant and oil (engine and hydraulic) levels are maintained, hoses and belts are inspected for deterioration, tires are properly inflated, and no leakages are present. Monitors the preventative maintenance program of equipment to ensure a routine maintenance schedule is followed and to monitor equipment use and wear to prolong equipment life. Operates both portable tank-mounted salt brine anti-icing equipment and standard dump truck with snow plow attachment and sand spreader to remove snow and ice from highways and bridges. Assists in emergency or inclement weather operations; available for on-call rotations and extended hours or extended shift operations. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Six (6) months of related work experience; or relevant experience may substitute for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required upon entry to the position. Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement in the position.


Physical Requirements: Employee must be able to work outside and in inclement weather. Employee must be able to lift 50lbs. Employee must be able to stand, bend, stoop, reach, twist, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, push, pull, grasp and physically manipulate objects of varying size, shape, weight, and material.

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,

About the company

South Carolina (/ˌkærəˈlaɪnə/) is a state in the Southeastern region of the United States.

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