Highway Maintenance Worker II Heavy Equipment Operator (61033629)

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Richland Maintenance is seeking a skilled operator to run excavator-mounted tree cutters and mowing gear to clear rights-of-way in Richland County. The role involves handling boom, slope, and batwing mowers while maintaining safe, efficient workflows.

Responsibilities include hauling equipment via tractor-trailer, assisting during emergencies, and performing routine preventive maintenance. A valid license is required at entry with CDL acquired within six months.

Qualifications

• One year of related work experience or equivalent.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required on entry.
• CDL Class A license must be attained within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavator-mounted tree cutter (track-hoe) and other mowing equipment as described.
• Clear brush, shrubs, and trees from right-of-way in Richland County.
• Assist in emergency and inclement weather operations and perform preventive maintenance.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

CDL Class A (within 6 months)

Maintenance awareness

Job description

At Richland Maintenance, operates excavator mounted tree cutter (track-hoe) for cutting and clearing brush, shrubs and trees from the right-of-way in Richland County and occassionally other counties in the state. Operates boom mowers, slope mowers, and/or batwing mowers in roadside and right-of-way clearing operations using proper mowing techniques. Operates long reach excavator in cleaning side line ditches, trenching for pipelines, laying pipe and loading trucks with fill dirt. Operates tractor-trailer to transport heavy motorized equipment throughout the district and other counties in the district. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, to include operating medium or heavy duty equipment. May include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. Must keep proper documentation of work performed. materials used and work locations. Performs preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.

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

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.

May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

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.