Highway Maintenance Worker II - Heavy Equipment Operator (61035479)

State of South Carolina; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement and savings plan options

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting and flexible work hours

Job summary

The State of South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a capable maintenance worker to perform a wide range of road and bridge maintenance tasks on the state highway system. You will operate heavy machinery, assist with drainage work, and participate in safety inspections and routine equipment maintenance.

Qualifications include at least 1 year of related experience or equivalent, and a valid driver's license with CDL to be obtained within 6 months.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• Requires a valid motor vehicle operator’s license; Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required within six (6) months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on roads and bridges on the state highway system.
• Operate motorized equipment used in highway and bridge maintenance and material movement.
• Operate heavy equipment (e.g., graders, backhoes, dump trucks) for construction and maintenance tasks.
• Perform safety inspections and preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment.
• Assist with traffic control setup and working in maintenance work zones.
• Assist in weather-related emergencies and extended hours as needed.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of maintenance activities in the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Operates motorized equipment used in the construction and maintenance of highways and bridges or the movement of materials and supplies used to perform these maintenance activities. Operates complex motorized equipment on a county maintenance Work Request Crew. Operates heavy equipment such as motor grader and backhoe, truck-mounted road patchers, crawler dozer, excavators, and slope mower tractors in conjunction with highway and bridge maintenance operations. Operates other heavy equipment to clean out drainage ditches, install sideline and crossline pipe, driveway installations, and roadside and right-of-way clearing operations. Performs skilled manual labor in various duties such as patching roadway base and surface failures, cleaning ditches, placing sideline and crossline pipe, installing driveways; removing fallen trees from roadway, cutting dead trees on rights-of-way, performing vegetation management to improve visibility of signage; installing, repairing, and maintaining flat sheet signs, extruded panel signs, sign assemblies, and sign foundations; and setting forms and pouring and finishing concrete for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and other activities related to work request activities and multipurpose operations. Conducts safety inspections and daily preventative maintenance activities on all assigned equipment to ensure that equipment is greased and lubricated, proper coolant and oil (engine and hydraulic) levels are maintained, hoses and belts are inspected for deterioration, tires are properly inflated, and no leakages are present. 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 tandem and single-axle dump trucks with trailers for hauling material and transporting equipment for maintenance and construction operations. 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 SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Manual and Field Guide. 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; available for on‑call rotations and extended hours or extended shift operations. 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 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.

Benefits For State Employees

• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement and savings plan options
• 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

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

Retirement Benefits

• 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.