Highway Maintenance Worker II Heavy Equipment Operator (61034230)

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement and savings plan options

Paid vacation and sick leave

Work-life balance programs (telecomm.,

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation's Richland Maintenance unit seeks personnel for skilled road and bridge maintenance. You will operate backhoes and front-end loaders, perform concrete work, and help set up traffic control to protect workers and motorists.

Requirements include a Class A CDL within six months and at least one year of related experience. Overtime and night/weekend coverage may be required in emergencies or hazardous weather.

Qualifications

• One year of related work experience or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required; CDL Class A within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoe and other heavy equipment for road and bridge maintenance.
• Perform tasks such as grading, forming, and pouring concrete for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and driveways.
• Coordinate the placement of traffic control devices to set up a proper work zone.
• Assist in emergency and weather-related operations, including extended hours or 12-hour shifts.

Skills

CDL Class A

Heavy equipment operation

Manual labor

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Backhoe

Front end loader

Job description

Job Responsibilities

At Richland Maintenance, performs skilled manual labor and operates backhoe in a variety of activities associated with the construction, 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 front end loader for loading 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, may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. Inspects roads for potholes and safety hazards. Conducts and documents pre-trip operation on 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.

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.

Benefits For State Employees

• health and dental insurance
• retirement and savings plan options
• paid vacation and sick leave
• work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules

Insurance Benefits

• health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits
• dental
• vision
• term life insurance
• long term disability
• flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options

Workplace Benefits

• tuition assistance
• holiday, annual and sick leave
• discounts on purchases, travel and more

Note

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.