Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator (61035639) **RE-ADVERTISEMENT**

State of South Carolina; Walterboro (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH in Walterboro, SC is seeking a heavy equipment operator to perform road maintenance and related duties on a full-time basis. The role requires operating backhoes, dump trucks, graders, and other machinery, with responsibilities including safety, equipment upkeep, and traffic control.

Qualified candidates will have at least one year of related experience and must obtain a Class A CDL within six months.

Qualifications

• One year of related work experience.
• Requires a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months of placement.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain various heavy equipment for road maintenance.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and inspections.
• Set up traffic control according to MUTCD standards.
• Work extended hours and on-call during emergencies.
• Assist in shoulder shaving, ditching, paving, and debris removal.

Education

CDL Class A License

Job description

This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants are still being considered for this position and do not need to re-apply

Job Responsibilities

Operates and maintains various pieces of heavy equipment (backhoe, front end loader, lowboy truck tractor, road patcher, sweeper truck etc.) in the performance of shaving shoulders, ditching, loading and unloading material, A1 treatment, tree removal, etc. Operates and maintains complex heavy motorized equipment (paver and paint truck) in the performance of asphalt placement, leveling, strengthening, and placement of paint on primary and secondary roads throughout District Six during the treatment season. Operates and maintains a tandem or 5-yard dump truck for hauling materials such as; asphalt, rock, limestone, dirt, soil, cement, pipe, construction materials and debris. Performs duties using manual labor, in such maintenance task such as; performing preventative maintenance inspection on equipment, clearing of right-of-ways, cleaning drainage ditches, repairing shoulders, patching potholes, making base repairs, repair to bridges, paving driveways, and laying sideline pipes. Operates motor grader in ditching and shoulder operations, grading and machining dirt roads, driveway installation or snow and ice removal. Operates a backhoe for cleaning ditches, loading and unloading material, tree removal and debris from roadway during working hours and during "on-call" hours. Operates various pieces of equipment in snow and ice removal as necessary. Operates and maintains electric/gas powered tools in various phases of roadway maintenance (e.g. chain saws, weed eater, drills, jack, wrenches, shovel, rakes, tamp, lute board, air compressor, arrow board, pavement breaker, etc.,) Set up traffic control according to MUTCD Standards to warn motorists of roadwork ahead. 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: 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

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and 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

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and 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.