Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator (61035206)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a skilled equipment operator to support the Drainage Crew. You will operate heavy machinery such as backhoes, dozers, excavators, mowers, and trucks, while assisting the crew leader and foreman in daily maintenance, paperwork, and safety protocols.

Responsibilities include coordinating traffic control, complying with PPE and CDL requirements, and participating in after-hours weather-related operations and emergency plan activations.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of related work experience or equivalent.
• Must have a valid motor vehicle operator's license.
• Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment on the Drainage Crew (e.g., Backhoe, Dozer, Excavator, Grader, etc.) and assist foreman in safe work practices.
• Coordinate traffic control setups and follow the Work Zone Traffic Control Manual to warn motorists.
• Assist with weather-related operations and after-hours emergencies as needed.

Education

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Operates heavy motorized equipment on the Drainage Crew such as Backhoe, Dozer, Crawler, Excavator, Lowboy Truck Tractor, Motor Grader, Road Patcher, Truck Mounted, Slope Mower, and Tractor with Ditcher. Supports foreman, directly or indirectly in daily safe work practices. This includes, but is not limited to flagging operations, PPE, vehicle safety CDL, hazardous material waste, etc. Assists the crew leader on the Drainage Crew performing various duties related to highway maintenance. Assists and supports foreman in compilation of daily, weekly, monthly and annual reports and documents and training subordinates on the operation of various maintenance equipment. 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 with inclement weather operations, on-call operations for after-hours emergencies, and snow and ice plan and Hurricane Lane Reversal Plan, may include operation of (medium and heavy) equipment and being available for extended working hours and / or 12 hour shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

Operates heavy motorized equipment on the Drainage Crew such as Backhoe, Dozer, Crawler, Excavator, Lowboy Truck Tractor, Motor Grader, Road Patcher, Truck Mounted, Slope Mower, and Tractor with Ditcher. Supports foreman, directly or indirectly in daily safe work practices. This includes, but is not limited to flagging operations, PPE, vehicle safety CDL, hazardous material waste, etc. Assists the crew leader on the Drainage Crew performing various duties related to highway maintenance. Assists and supports foreman in compilation of daily, weekly, monthly and annual reports and documents and training subordinates on the operation of various maintenance equipment. 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 with inclement weather operations, on-call operations for after-hours emergencies, and snow and ice plan and Hurricane Lane Reversal Plan, may include operation of (medium and heavy) equipment and being available for extended working hours and / 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.

Physical Requirement

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.

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.