Highway Maintenance Worker II - Heavy Equipment Operator (61036842)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; Sur place; USD 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a skilled equipment operator to maintain highways and bridges using slope mowers, graders, backhoes and excavators. The role includes loading materials, setting up work zones, and assisting during inclement weather.

Candidates must have at least one year of related work, a valid driver's license, and must obtain a Class A CDL within six months. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 lbs and working outdoors in all conditions.

Qualifications

• One year of related work experience or equivalent
• Requires Class A CDL within six months of placement
• Physical demands include lifting up to 50 lbs and outdoor work in all weather

Responsabilités

• Operates heavy duty equipment such as slope mower, motor grader, backhoe and excavator used in the construction and maintenance of highways.
• Hauls materials and supplies used to perform maintenance activities.
• Performs skilled manual labor and operates heavy duty equipment in the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system.
• Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to set up a maintenance work zone according to the SCDOT guidelines.

Description du poste

Job Responsibilities

Operates heavy duty equipment such as slope mower, motor grader, backhoe and excavator used in the construction and maintenance of highways. Hauls materials and supplies used to perform maintenance activities. Performs skilled manual labor and operates heavy duty equipment in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Examples include grading, installing driveways, or performing work on the roadway shoulder. 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 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. Pick up litter, debris, and dead animals. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

Operates heavy duty equipment such as slope mower, motor grader, backhoe and excavator used in the construction and maintenance of highways. Hauls materials and supplies used to perform maintenance activities. Performs skilled manual labor and operates heavy duty equipment in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Examples include grading, installing driveways, or performing work on the roadway shoulder. 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 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. Pick up litter, debris, and dead animals. 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.