Highway Maintenance Worker II: Medium Equipment Operator (61033395)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a capable Equipment Operator to join the Drainage Crew. The role involves operating a range of medium motorized equipment for highway maintenance and performing traffic control at work zones to protect crews and the public.

The position requires a valid license and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Candidates should be prepared for variable hours, including after-hours emergencies and severe weather operations.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of related work experience or equivalent.
• A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.
• Must attain Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months of placement.
• Physical requirements include bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, grasping.

Responsibilities

• Operate medium motorized equipment on the Drainage Crew for highway maintenance.
• Perform traffic control operations for work zones, including flagging traffic for crew safety.
• Perform manual labor in maintenance, repair, and cleaning of drainage structures and ditches.
• Assist with on-call operations for emergencies and inclement weather (Snow/Ice Plan, Hurricane Lane Reversal Plan).
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Manual labor

Traffic control awareness

Safety consciousness

Education

Six months of related work experience or equivalent

Class A CDL within six months

Job description

Job Responsibilities

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.

Job Responsibilities

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.

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.