Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator (61033813)

State of South Carolina; Coventry Place (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a skilled worker to operate and maintain heavy equipment used in roadway maintenance across Dorchester County. Duties include ditch cleaning, drainage work, and setting up work zones in coordination with traffic control.

Likely requirements include one year of related experience and a valid driver’s license with a Class A CDL to be obtained within six months. Expect variable hours and outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Operates heavy motorized equipment described in duties.
• Experience with road and drainage work is preferred.
• Must be able to work in variable weather conditions and in traffic environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy equipment for roadway maintenance.
• Assist in cleaning and repairing drainage structures and ditches.
• Coordinate traffic control devices to set up maintenance work zones.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Physical endurance

Job description

Operates and maintains heavy motorized equipment (e.g.; tractor with ditcher, backhoe, excavator, motor grader, truck mounted road patcher, slope mower, dozer crawler, etc.) used in various phases of roadway maintenance. Roadway maintenance includes re-grading shoulders and ditches, cleaning and repairing sideline and outfall ditches, and clearing right-of-ways. Performs skilled manual labor in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the State highway system. Examples include constructing and repairing drainage structures, machining and grading dirt roads, all within Dorchester County. Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control and Field Guide to warn motorists. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, to include operating 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.