Highway Maintenance Worker II: Medium Equipment Operator (61032290)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking personnel to operate and maintain medium motorized equipment for roadway maintenance and construction tasks in Dorchester County. The role includes assisting in emergency operations and potential extended shifts.

Candidates must have at least 6 months of related experience, hold a valid operator’s license, and obtain a Class A CDL within six months of placement. Safety and readiness for outdoor work are essential.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of related work experience or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains medium motorized equipment used in roadway maintenance (e.g., tandem dump truck, belt loader, aggregate spreader, skid steer loader, large roller).
• Performs construction, repair, and preservation tasks on roads and bridges within Dorchester County.
• Coordinates placement of traffic control devices to set up maintenance work zones as per guidelines.
• Performs right-of-way management tasks with various tools; assists in emergency and inclement weather operations.
• May require extended hours or 12-hour shifts.

Skills

CDL Class A

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Operates and maintains medium motorized equipment used in various phases of roadway maintenance. (e.g.; tandem dump truck, belt loader, aggregate spreader, skid steer loader, large roller, etc.) Operates medium motorized 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/setting forms, pouring/finishing concrete for curbs, gutters, sidewalks; cleaning drainage structures and clearing right-of-way all within Dorchester County. 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. Performs a variety of right-of-way management activities using electric/gas powered tools such as chain saws, weed eaters, drills, jacks, wrenches, pavement breakers, air compressor, pumps, generators, sprayers, etc. Picks up litter, debris and dead animals. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, to include operating medium duty equipment. May include being available for extended working hours or 12 hour shifts. 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.

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.