Highway Maintenance Worker II Heavy Equipment Operator (61035719)

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a maintenance operator to operate backhoe, excavator, and front-end loader for road and bridge projects in the Richland area. The role includes setting up traffic control and performing preventative maintenance on equipment.

Candidates need at least one year of related work experience, a valid driver's license, and must obtain a Class A CDL within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoe, excavator, front-end loader and other equipment for road and bridge maintenance and construction.
• Set up and coordinate traffic control devices per manual to protect work zones.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment and assist in emergency operations as needed.
• Work extended hours, nights, weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

Job description

At Richland Maintenance, operates backhoe for positioning, driving and cutting slopes in preparation to construction and setting forms and templates for overhead and vertical concrete structures. Operates excavator while performing activities associated in the construction, repair and preservation of roads and bridges in the state highway system. 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. Operates front-end loader loading materials needed for maintenance operations associated with construction, repair and preservation of concrete structures in the state highway system. Performs light carpentry work building forms for concrete work associated with the preservation of overhead and vertical concrete structures. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, to include operating medium or heavy duty equipment. May include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. Performs preventative maintenance as outlined in the equipment operations manual.

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.

May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

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.