Highway Maintenance Worker II- Heavy Equipment Operator (61035632)

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

Job summary

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH in South Carolina seeks an equipment operator for highway maintenance. You will operate a motor grader to clean sideline ditches, a front‑end loader to load materials, a backhoe for shoulder work, and a tandem dump truck to haul materials.

One year of related work experience or equivalent is required. A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required; a Class A CDL must be obtained within six months of placement.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of related work experience or equivalent.
• Must adhere to safety protocols and operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate motor grader to clean sideline ditches and load materials with heavy equipment.
• Operate front-end loader, backhoe, tandem dump truck, and broom tractor as needed for maintenance.
• Assist in emergency/weather operations; extended hours or 12-hour shifts may occur.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Manual labor

Safety awareness

Job description

Operate a large motor grader to clean out sideline ditches during maintenance operations. Operates heavy equipment such as a front-end loader, to load and unload materials used in the maintenance of highways and bridges. Operates a backhoe during shoulder operations. Operates medium equipment such as a tandem dump truck to haul and dump materials used in the maintenance of highways and right of ways. Operates small equipment such as a tractor with a broom during shoulder operations and reclamation work. Performs necessary hand/manual labor when needed to install pipe, spread asphalt, sand clay, or other materials needed in the maintenance of State roads. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, may include extended hours and/or 12-hour shifts.

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 involve bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping. Must be able to lift up to 5O 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.

A resume may be included but NOT substituted for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application. Supplemental Questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.

Non-Discrimination Statement: The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.