Highway Maintenance Worker II Medium Equipment Operator (61033234)

State of South Carolina; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement and savings plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation in Lexington, SC, seeks a skilled truck operator to haul materials, perform light maintenance, and assist with heavy equipment in roadside projects.

The role requires a Class A CDL and at least six months of related work experience. Responsibilities include traffic control, equipment operation, and safety-focused, physically demanding tasks across all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Six months of related work experience.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required.
• CDL within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate tandem dump truck to haul materials to and from the job site.
• Perform preventive maintenance on the truck and keep it clean and in good order.
• Maintain records of maintenance and tasks performed.
• Assist in operating heavy equipment such as a backhoe for drainage and road work.
• Set up traffic control devices and flag traffic per SC standards.
• Work in varied weather and hazardous conditions as needed.

Skills

Truck operation

Traffic control

Safety awareness

Manual labor

Education

Class A CDL

Tools

Dump truck (5 yard)

Backhoe

Job description

Job Responsibilities

At Lexington Maintenance, operates tandem dump truck to haul materials to and from the job site. Operates a truck to pick up materials from vendors and take to job site or stockpile at section shed. Performs preventive maintenance on the truck and keeps neat. Maintains records of the same. Performs duties using manual labor, in such maintenance task as clearing of right-of-ways, cleaning drainage ditches, repairing shoulders, patching potholes, making base repairs, repair to bridges, paving driveways, and laying sideline/cross line pipe. Assists to operate heavy duty backhoe to clean out berm and/or outfall ditches for drainage, shoulder regrading to facilitate the roadside repair, cleaning sideline and driveway ditches, laying crossline pipe for proper distribution of eater from roadway, and installing driveways with or without pipe. Operates 5 yard dump truck to haul equipment and materials to and from job site and/or vendor. Perform daily preventive maintenance and remove all loose material from sides of truck before operation begins. Tarp is put into place when hauling a load. Sets up traffic control devices such as cones and signs for work zones according to the South Carolina Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Flag traffic according to standards ensuring that all safety attire is worn at all times. Operates medium to heavy equipment during emergencies and/or hazardous weather.

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 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.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.