Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator (61033164)

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to maintain vegetation along state highways using backhoes, slope mowers, and tractors. This role involves operating equipment, removing debris, and supporting bridge and overpass maintenance as needed.

You will coordinate traffic control in work zones, assist in emergency operations, and may work extended shifts. A valid driver's license is required, and a Class A CDL must be obtained within six months

Qualifications

• Requires at least 1 year of related work experience or approved equivalence.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• Class A CDL must be obtained within six months of placement.
• Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs and exposure to outdoor conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for vegetation management along state highways.
• Coordinate placement of traffic control devices for work zones.
• Use hand tools and power tools for roadway maintenance.
• Assist in emergency and inclement weather operations.
• May work extended hours or 12-hour shifts.
• Maintain equipment and perform routine safety checks.

Skills

Heavy equipment

Tools

Chain saw

Hedgers

Weed eater

Tree prunner

Rake

Shovel

Lute board

Drills

Jacks

Wrenches

Job description

Operates heavy equipment such as a backhoe sloping highway shoulders and ditch banks, site areas, bushes from right-of-ways and overhanging tree limbs along state maintained highways. Performs a variety of highway vegetation management activities using heavy equipment such as slope mowers and tractors with ditcher. Performs vegetation operations of bridges, overpass and structures that are not handled by contractors. Coordinates 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. Operates and maintains hand tools/ electric/gas/ powered tools in various phases of roadway maintenance such as; chain saw, hedgers, weed eater, tree prunner, rake, shovel, lute board, drills, jacks, wrenches, etc. Removes litter, debris and dead animals from roadway and rights-of-way. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations (snow/ice, hurricanes, etc.), to include operating medium and/or heavy duty equipment. May include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned.

One (1) year of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. 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.

Physical Requirement: 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.