Highway Maintenance Worker II Heavy Equipment Operator (61034077)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a skilled maintenance worker for Richland Maintenance. You will operate a backhoe and perform road and bridge maintenance, including grading, pouring concrete for curbs and sidewalks, and drainage work.

The role may require extended shifts, including nights or weekends, and you will conduct pre-operation inspections. Strong experience with heavy equipment and a valid driver’s license are required; Class A CDL must be obtained within six

Qualifications

• One year of related work experience or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be eligible for a Class A CDL within six months.
• Physical ability to perform demanding manual labor and operate heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoe and perform maintenance on roads and bridges, including grading and concrete work.
• Pour/finish concrete for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and driveways; maintain shoulders and drainage structures.
• Coordinate traffic control devices and set up maintenance work zones per guidelines.
• Perform pre-operation vehicle/equipment inspections and assist in emergencies.
• May work extended hours, nights, weekends, or 12-hour shifts when required.

Skills

Backhoe operation

Heavy equipment operation

CDL required

Education

Valid driver’s license

Class A CDL within 6 months

Tools

Vehicle inspection

Job description

Job Responsibilities

At Richland Maintenance, performs skilled manual labor and operates a backhoe in a variety of activities associated with the construction, pouring/finishing repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Examples include grading, setting forms, pouring/finishing concrete for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and driveways; performs work on shoulders, ditches, drainage structures, etc. Operates a tandem dump truck for hauling material such as pipe, dirt, soil, construction material and debris. 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. 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. Conducts and documents pre-operation vehicle/equipment inspection.

Job Responsibilities

At Richland Maintenance, performs skilled manual labor and operates a backhoe in a variety of activities associated with the construction, pouring/finishing repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Examples include grading, setting forms, pouring/finishing concrete for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and driveways; performs work on shoulders, ditches, drainage structures, etc. Operates a tandem dump truck for hauling material such as pipe, dirt, soil, construction material and debris. 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. 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. Conducts and documents pre-operation vehicle/equipment inspection.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

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.

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.

Additional Comments

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.