Highway Maintenance Worker II: Medium Equipment Operator (61032413)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

13 paid holidays

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave per year

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking qualified individuals for Medium Equipment Operator positions at the SCDOT Charleston Maintenance Office. You will operate a variety of medium equipment and participate in training to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with occasional overtime and weather-related schedule adjustments.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate medium equipment on the Hot Crew (e.g., aggregate spreader, belt loader, tractors with mowers).
• Perform roadway maintenance tasks such as pothole patching, drainage work, curb and sidewalk repairs.
• Conduct traffic control and flagging in work zones for crew and public safety.
• Assist in emergency and inclement weather operations and be on call after hours.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment operation

Traffic control

Emergency response

Job description

Job Responsibilities

The SCDOT Charleston Maintenance Office is currently seeking qualified and motivated individuals to fill Medium Equipment Operator positions. These positions offer the opportunity to operate a variety of medium equipment, along with training opportunities to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Employees enjoy a consistent Monday through Friday work schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with occasional overtime and schedule adjustments during inclement weather operations. The State of South Carolina also offers an excellent benefits package, including health insurance, retirement benefits, 13 paid holidays, 15 days of annual leave, and 15 days of sick leave per year.

Job Responsibilities

Operates medium equipment on the Hot Crew, such as, but not limited to, aggregate spreader, belt loader, and combination tractor with side mounted mower, large roller, skid steer loader, tandem dump truck and tractor with large mower. Performs duties using manual labor, in such maintenance tasks as clearing of right-of-way cleaning drainage/ditches, repairing shoulders, patching potholes, making base repairs, paving driveways, laying side line/cross line pipe, grading and setting forms, laying bricks/blocks, repairing and building, pouring/finishing concrete/cement for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveway, catch basins, etc. Performs traffic controls operations for work zones, to include flagging traffic for the safety of the crew and the public, during various phases of roadway maintenance. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations and being on call for after hour emergencies. 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.