Highway Maintenance Worker II Medium Equipment Operator (61033187)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a maintenance worker for Richland Maintenance in Columbia. You will operate a tandem dump truck hauling materials such as asphalt, limestone, dirt, soil, cement and debris, and use a skid steer to fill low shoulders on primary and secondary roads within the SCDOT right-of-way.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, the ability to work extended hours or 12‑hour shifts, and a CDL within six months.

Qualifications

• Six months of related work experience or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver's license; CDL required within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate a tandem dump truck hauling materials such as asphalt, limestone, dirt, soil, cement, and debris.
• Operate a skid steer to fill low shoulders on primary and secondary roads within SCDOT right-of-way.
• Perform hand work for ditching, including shovel work around mailboxes and cleaning dirt from pipe mouths.
• Coordinate placement of traffic control devices to set up a maintenance work zone per SCDOT manual and field guide.
• Assist in emergency and inclement weather operations, including operating medium or heavy equipment.
• May require extended hours or 12-hour shifts.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

At Richland Maintenance, operates a tandem truck hauling materials such as asphalt, limestone, dirt, soil, cement, pipe construction materials and debris. Operates a skid steer machine for filling in low shoulders on primary and secondary roads on SCDOT right-of-way. Performs necessary hand work for ditching operations such as shovel work dressing around mailboxes and cleaning dirt from mouth of pipe. 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 or heavy duty equipment. May include being available for extended working hours 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 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.

Additional Comments

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.