Highway Maintenance Worker II Medium Equipment Operator (61033088)

State of South Carolina; White Hills (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a maintenance worker to perform skilled manual labor and operate medium duty equipment for road preservation along the state highway system.

You will coordinate traffic control devices, assist in emergency operations, and may work extended hours or shifts including nights and weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies. A CDL may be required within six months of placement.

Qualifications

• Six months of related work experience or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required on entry.
• Must attain Class A CDL within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate medium duty equipment such as roller, skid steer and tractor with mower.
• Coordinate placement of traffic control devices to set up maintenance work zones.
• Assist in emergency and inclement weather operations and extended hours as needed.

Skills

Medium duty equipment operation

Manual labor

Traffic control coordination

Tools

Roller

Skid steer

Combination tractor with mower

Job description

At kershaw Maintenance, performs skilled manual labor and operates medium duty equipment such as large roller, skid steer and combination tractor with side mounted mower in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads on the state highway system. 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 duty equipment such as tandum dump truck. May include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts.

Six (6) months of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required upon entry to the position. 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.

May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

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.