Highway Maintenance Worker II Heavy Equipment Operator (61034223)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a heavy equipment operator for the Lexington Maintenance unit. You will operate backhoes and graders, haul materials by truck, and perform routine maintenance to keep equipment in top condition.

Responsibilities include flagging traffic, setting up traffic control devices, and working in various weather conditions. A valid license is required, with a Class A CDL to be obtained within six months of placement.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoe safely to pull shoulders and clean drainage ditches.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and keep records.
• Operate 5 yard, 8 yard, and tandem trucks to haul rock, dirt, asphalt, etc.
• Ensure tarp is in place and remove loose material from sides and tail gate before operation.
• Perform preventative maintenance on trucks and maintain service records.
• Flag traffic in low and high volume areas to protect motorists and crew.
• Assist in placing traffic control devices in work zones.
• Operate motor grader for shoulder work and ditch cleaning.
• Use shovel, bush axe, and sling blade to clear ditches and right-of-way.
• Remove and erect mailboxes and signs; restore disturbed areas.

Skills

Backhoe operation

Truck operation

Traffic control

CDL (Class A)

Equipment maintenance

Tools

Shovel

Bush axe

Sling blade

Job description

Job Responsibilities

At Lexington Maintenance, operates backhoe in a safe and efficient manner in pulling shoulders and cleaning out drainage ditches. Cleans and maintains equipment to help prevent clogging and drainage issues. Ensures proper preventative maintenance is done in accordance with SCDOT Fleet Safety and Manufacturer's operation manual. Operates 5 yard, 8 yard, and tandem truck to haul rock, dirt, asphalt, and other materials from vendor to job site or stock pile at shop. Ensures tarp is in place and all loose material is removed from sides and tail gate of truck before operation begins. Performs preventative maintenance on truck and keep record of same. Flags traffic in low and high volume areas to protect motorist and crew members. Assists in the placing of traffic control devices in work zones according to the South Carolina Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Operates motor grader in pulling shoulders when pulling shoulders and cleaning drainage ditches. Works with a shovel, bush axe, and sling blade to clean out ditches, open clogged pipe, and cut right-of-way at site areas. Removes and erects mailboxes and signs as necessary and restores disturbed areas. Operates heavy equipment during hazardous weather or emergencies to ensure the safety of the motoring public. Obtains and maintains a tanker endorsement for Commercial Drivers License.

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.