Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator (61035188)

State of South Carolina; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

13 paid holidays

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation’s Charleston Maintenance Office is hiring Heavy Equipment Operators. The role involves operating excavators with tree cutting attachments, performing safety inspections, and managing traffic control on busy roadways.

A valid license is required, with CDL acquisition targeted within six months. Benefits include health insurance, retirement, 13 paid holidays, 15 days of annual leave and 15 days of sick leave per year, with occasional overtime and

Qualifications

• One year of related work experience or equivalent.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) must be obtained within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains excavator with tree cutting attachment.
• Removes trees using a 25 ton excavator on varied terrains.
• Operates excavator near live traffic on interstates and routes.
• Loads and transports equipment using semi-truck/tractor-trailer.
• Conducts preventive maintenance and safety inspections on vehicles.
• Sets up traffic control per SCMUTCD standards and assists in emergencies.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety inspections

Traffic control setup

Education

CDL Class A (required within 6 months)

Tools

HMMS records

SC MUTCD traffic standards

Job description

The SCDOT Charleston Maintenance Office is currently seeking qualified and motivated individuals to fill Heavy Equipment Operator positions. These positions offer the opportunity to operate a variety of heavy equipment, along with training opportunities to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Employees enjoy a consistent Monday through Friday work schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with occasional overtime and schedule adjustments during inclement weather operations. The State of South Carolina also offers an excellent benefits package, including health insurance, retirement benefits, 13 paid holidays, 15 days of annual leave, and 15 days of sick leave per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains excavator with specialized tree cutting attachment throughout the district.
• Extension tree removal and munching utilizing a 25 ton excavator on uneven, wet and sloped terrain with a 3 ton fix tooth cutting head capable of cutting any size tree.
• Operates excavator adjacent to live traffic on interstates and primary and secondary routes.
• Loads and operates semi-truck/tractor-trailer transporting wide load motorized equipment.
• Conducts safety inspections (preventive maintenance) on all assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Produces daily records of work performed and materials used, records such as HMMS and the requests and complaint forms.
• Set up traffic control according to SCMUTCD standards to warn motorist of road work ahead.
• Assists in emergency operations when crew is in an "On-Call" status after hours, weekends and holidays for all road emergencies including inclement weather, snow and ice, or hazardous road conditions and accidents.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and 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 Requirements

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.

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.