Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61031670)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a maintenance worker to perform vegetation management using tractors and other equipment. The role involves operating dump trucks and small machinery, flagging traffic, and supporting emergency and weather-related operations.

Candidates must have at least 6 months of related experience, a valid driver’s license, and must obtain a Class A CDL within six months of placement.

Qualifications

• Six months of related work experience or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Performs vegetation management using medium equipment such as tractors with large mowers or tractors with side mounted mowers. Operates tandem dump trucks for hauling materials in maintenance operations. Operates small equipment including pipe washers, forklifts, brine sprayers, and other equipment as needed. Flags traffic to control flow and protect workers in work zones. May work extended hours or 12-hour shifts during emergencies or inclement weather.

Skills

CDL Class A

Valid driver's license

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Performs vegetation management activities using medium equipment such as tractors with large mowers and or a combination tractor with side mounted mower. Operates tandem dump truck as necessary hauling various materials in maintenance operations. Operates small equipment such as trailer mounted pipe washer, forklift, standard dump truck, brine sprayer, tractor with boom, and other equipment as necessary. Flags traffic as necessary to control the flow of traffic and to protect workers and equipment in work zones. Assist with emergency and inclement weather operations, may include extended hours and/or 12-hour shifts.

Job Responsibilities

Performs vegetation management activities using medium equipment such as tractors with large mowers and or a combination tractor with side mounted mower. Operates tandem dump truck as necessary hauling various materials in maintenance operations. Operates small equipment such as trailer mounted pipe washer, forklift, standard dump truck, brine sprayer, tractor with boom, and other equipment as necessary. Flags traffic as necessary to control the flow of traffic and to protect workers and equipment in work zones. Assist with emergency and inclement weather operations, may include extended hours and/or 12-hour shifts.

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.

Additional Comments

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 on the basis of 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.