Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61031668)

State of South Carolina; Spartanburg (SC); Presencial; USD 38.000 - 54.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan options

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting and flexible schedules (

Descripción de la vacante

State of South Carolina is seeking applicants for a field maintenance role in the highway program. The position involves manual labor to install and repair drainage structures, and operating medium-duty equipment such as tandem dump trucks, skid steers, and large rollers to support road and bridge preservation.

You will perform vegetation management using tractors with mowers and powered tools, and coordinate traffic control for work zones.

Formación

• Six (6) months of related work experience or equivalent.
• Must obtain CDL Class A within six months of placement.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.

Responsabilidades

• Performs manual labor to install/repair catch basins and drainage pipes.
• Operates medium-duty equipment (tandem dump truck, skid steer, large roller >4 tons).
• Performs vegetation management with tractors and powered tools.
• Coordinates placement of traffic control devices for work zones per SCDOT guide.
• Assists in emergency/inclement weather operations; may work 12-hour shifts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Manual labor

Equipment operation

Traffic control

Emergency response

Educación

CDL Class A

Valid driver's license

Herramientas

Tandem dump truck

Skid steer

Large roller

Combination tractor with mower

Descripción del empleo

Job Responsibilities

Performs manual labor to assist with installing and repairing catch basins and other drainage structures and placing drainage pipes. Performs skilled manual labor and operates medium-duty equipment such as tandem dump truck, skid steer, and large roller (> 4 tons) in a variety of activities associated with the repair and preservation of roads and bridges in the state highway system. Performs a variety of vegetation management activities using equipment such as a combination tractor with side-mounted mower and powered tools. Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control and Field Guide to warn motorists. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations; may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts during the day or night. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Six (6) months 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 involves bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping. Must be able to lift up to 50 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.

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.