Highway Maintenance Worker II: Medium Equipment Operator (61033395)

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation in Charleston, SC seeks a skilled equipment operator on the Drainage Crew. You will operate medium motorized equipment such as aggregates spreader, belt loader, and tractors to maintain highways.

Responsibilities include traffic control in work zones, manual drainage maintenance, and on-call emergency support (snow/ice, weather events). Valid driver's license required, with CDL-A to be obtained within six months.

Qualifications

• Six months of related work experience or equivalent.
• Must have a valid motor vehicle operator's license.
• Must obtain a Class A CDL within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate medium motorized equipment on the Drainage Crew (e.g., aggregates spreader, belt loader, tractors, large roller).
• Perform traffic control and flagging in work zones to ensure crew and public safety.
• Conduct manual labor to maintain, repair, and clean drainage structures and ditches.
• Assist with on-call operations for after-hour emergencies and weather-related plans (Snow/Ice, Hurricane Lane Reversal).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Traffic control

CDL

Equipment operation

Job description

Operates medium motorized equipment on the Drainage Crew, such as, but not limited to Aggregate Spreader, Belt Loader, Combination Tractor with Side Mounted Mower, Large Roller > 4 tons, Skid Steer Loader, Tandem Dump Truck, and Tractor with large mower, in the maintenance of highways. Performs traffic control operations for work zones, to include flagging traffic for the safety of the crew and the public during various phases of roadway maintenance. Performs manual labor in maintenance, repair, and cleaning of drainage structures and ditches. Assists with on-call operations for after hour emergencies, and other emergency and inclement weather operations to include Snow and Ice Plan and Hurricane Lane Reversal Plan. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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.