Highway Maintenance Worker II - Heavy Equipment Operator (61035171)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a capable equipment operator to manage roadside vegetation, operate heavy and medium machinery, and support snow removal and emergency operations on state highways. You will also help with traffic control, record keeping, and safety compliance.

Qualified candidates have at least one year of related experience, a valid driver's license, and must obtain a Class A CDL within six months.

Qualifications

• One year of related work experience.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required.
• Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) to be attained within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment slope mowers in roadside and right-of-way vegetation management operations.
• Operates lowboy truck tractor for hauling material and transporting equipment.
• Performs skilled manual labor such as removing fallen trees from roadway and cutting dead trees on right-of-way.
• Directs mowing and right-of-way clearing operations as needed.
• Operates medium equipment such as tractor with batwing mowers, side-mounted mowers, and skid steer.
• Operates tandem and single axle dump trucks with trailer.
• Instructs crew on safety practices including flagging, PPE, and site hazards.
• Coordinates placement of traffic control devices to set up maintenance work zones per the SC DOT manual.
• Produces daily records of work performed and materials used; maintains Highway Maintenance Management System records.
• Conducts safety inspections on all assigned vehicles and equipment; monitors preventative maintenance programs.
• Operates salt brine anti-icing equipment and snow plow attachments with sand spreaders for snow/ice removal.
• Assists in emergency or inclement weather operations; may require extended hours or 12-hour shifts.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Operates heavy equipment slope mowers in roadside and right-of-way vegetation management operations. Operates lowboy truck tractor for hauling material and transporting equipment for maintenance and construction operations. Performs skilled manual labor in various duties such as removing fallen trees from roadway, cutting dead trees on right-of-way and low hanging limbs over roadway. May assist with directing mowing and right-of-way clearing operations. Operates medium equipment such as tractor with batwing mowers, combination tractor with side mounted mowers, skid steer. Operates tandem and single axle dump trucks with trailer. Assists with instructing crew members in safety practices such as flagging operations, wearing of safety equipment, vehicle safety, or job site hazards. Coordinates placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to South Carolina Department of Transportation Work Zone Traffic Control Manual and Field Guide. Assists in producing daily records of work performed and materials used, records such as Highway Maintenance Management System and the maintenance requests and complaints forms. Conducts safety inspection on all assigned vehicles and equipment. Monitors the preventative maintenance program of equipment to ensure a routine maintenance schedule is followed and to monitor equipment use and wear to prolong equipment life. Operates both portable tank-mounted salt brine anti-icing equipment and standard dump truck with snow plow attachment and sand spreader to remove snow and ice from highways and bridges. Assists in emergency or inclement weather operations; may include being available for extended hours or 12-hour shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

Operates heavy equipment slope mowers in roadside and right-of-way vegetation management operations. Operates lowboy truck tractor for hauling material and transporting equipment for maintenance and construction operations. Performs skilled manual labor in various duties such as removing fallen trees from roadway, cutting dead trees on right-of-way and low hanging limbs over roadway. May assist with directing mowing and right-of-way clearing operations. Operates medium equipment such as tractor with batwing mowers, combination tractor with side mounted mowers, skid steer. Operates tandem and single axle dump trucks with trailer. Assists with instructing crew members in safety practices such as flagging operations, wearing of safety equipment, vehicle safety, or job site hazards. Coordinates placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to South Carolina Department of Transportation Work Zone Traffic Control Manual and Field Guide. Assists in producing daily records of work performed and materials used, records such as Highway Maintenance Management System and the maintenance requests and complaints forms. Conducts safety inspection on all assigned vehicles and equipment. Monitors the preventative maintenance program of equipment to ensure a routine maintenance schedule is followed and to monitor equipment use and wear to prolong equipment life. Operates both portable tank-mounted salt brine anti-icing equipment and standard dump truck with snow plow attachment and sand spreader to remove snow and ice from highways and bridges. Assists in emergency or inclement weather operations; may include being available for extended hours or 12-hour 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.

The physical demands for the essential functions involves bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal scheduled work week; especially during inclement weather.

Preferred Qualifications

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.