Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator (61034315) **RE-ADVERTISEMENT**

State of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting / flexible schedules

Job summary

State of South Carolina’s Department of Transportation seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator to perform maintenance and repair work across the district. You will operate a range of motorized equipment, including backhoes, dozers, and excavators, handling drainage, paving, and roadside duties.

Responsibilities include traffic control, weather-related operations, and extending work hours as needed. A CDL is required within six months, with a physical stamina for demanding tasks and outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related work experience or equivalent.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• CDL Class A must be attained within 6 months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (backhoe, dozer, excavator, loader, and more) on district work orders and maintenance tasks.
• Perform traffic controls and flagging in work zones and assist with inclement weather operations.
• Complete duties as assigned and adhere to safety guidelines.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Class A CDL

Physical stamina

Job description

This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants are still being considered for this position and do not need to re-apply**

Job Responsibilities

Function as a Heavy Equipment Operator engaging in District work orders, sign repairs and installation. Operates motorized equipment, such as, but not limited to: Backhoe, Cement Spreader, Distributor Truck, Dozer, Crawler, Excavator, Front End Loader, Lowboy Truck Tractor, Motor Grader, Road Patcher, Slope Mower, and Sweeper Truck Tractor with Ditcher. Performs various duties including manual labor or operating equipment in such maintenance tasks as clearing of right-of-ways, clearing and grading drainage ditches, repairing shoulders, patching potholes, making base repairs, paving driveways, laying pipes, building catch basins, pouring concrete for curbs, sidewalk and raised median. Perform traffic controls operations for work zones, to include flagging traffic for the safety of the crew and the public, during various phases of roadway maintenance. Assists with inclement weather operations, may include operation of equipment (medium and heavy) and being available for extended working hours and/or 12 hours shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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.

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. Work overtime as necessary.

Additional Comments

Applications accepted on-line at careers.sc.gov. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. Additional questions regarding the application process should be directed to: District 6 HR at 843-740-1665.

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

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and 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.

01

Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

• Yes
• No

02

Are you a former SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

• Yes
• No

03

Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.

04

What class driver's license do you possess?

• Class A (CDL)
• Class B (CDL)
• SC Class C
• SC Class D
• Other State Driver's License
• None

05

How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply.

• Job/Career Fair
• Referred by current SCDOT employee
• SCDOT presentation
• Sign or billboard
• Bumper sticker/magnetic sign
• Facebook or Twitter post
• Internship
• Newspaper Ad
• Radio Ad
• Television Ad
• Trade Journal
• Referred from Vocational Rehab
• Referred from Department of Employment and Workforce
• Jobs.SC.Gov webpage
• Other

06

If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation.

07

If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name?

08

I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application. Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement.

• Yes
• No

09

My failure to accurately and completely describe my work experience may prevent my application from being forwarded to the hiring manager. I understand and acknowledge this statement.

• Yes
• No
• Required Question