Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61033446)

State of South Carolina; Ridge Spring (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking a skilled highway maintenance worker to perform a range of maintenance tasks on roadways and related infrastructure. The role involves operating medium equipment, performing preventative maintenance, and supporting snow and ice operations when needed.

Requirements include at least six months of related work experience and a valid driver’s license; a Class A CDL must be obtained within six months of placement.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of related work experience or acceptable equivalence.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required; attainment of a Class A CDL within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled maintenance on highways, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and driveways; repair pavement markings and drainage structures.
• Operate medium equipment and perform daily preventive maintenance to ensure proper lubrication, fluid levels, and tire condition.
• Assist in emergency or inclement weather operations and conduct safety inspections on vehicles and equipment.

Skills

Highway maintenance

Equipment operation

CDL Class A

Job description

Performs skilled highway maintenance worker functions and operates medium equipment such as: Aggregate Spreader, Belt Loader, Combination Tractor with Side Mounted Mower, Injection Patcher, Trailer Mounted, Large Roller > 4 Tons, Tandem Dump Truck, Tractor with Large Mower > 10' wide, Water Truck. These skilled maintenance functions include, but are not limited to: forming, pouring, and finishing concrete for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and driveways; performing work on shoulders and slopes, ditches, drainage structures, pavement markings, signs, bridges, vegetation management, driveway installations and repairs, litter/debris removal; asphalt and concrete pavement repairs. Performs a variety of other activities related to maintenance operations. Operates equipment such as: Asphalt Kettle, Brush Chipper, Concrete Mixer, Dump Truck, Forklift, Litter Picker, Pipe Washer, Trailer Mounted, Roller <= 4 Tons, Snow Plow, Spreader, Tractor with Broom, Tractor with Mower <= 10' wide, Backhoe, Distributor Truck, Dozer, Crawler, Excavator, Front End Loader, Lowboy Truck Tractor, Motor Grader, Road Patcher, Truck Mounted, Slope Mower, Tractor with Ditcher. Conducts daily preventative maintenance activities on all assigned medium equipment to ensure that equipment is greased and lubricated, proper coolant and oil (engine and hydraulic) levels are maintained, hoses and belts are inspected for deterioration, tires are properly inflated, and no leakages are present. Conducts safety inspection on all assigned vehicles and equipment. Monitors the preventative maintenance program of equipment to ensure a routine maintenance schedule is followed and to monitor equipment use and wear to prolong equipment life. Conducts safety inspection on all assigned vehicles and equipment. Monitors the preventative maintenance program of equipment to ensure a routine maintenance schedule is followed and to monitor equipment use and wear to prolong equipment life. Removes litter, debris, and dead animals from roadway and rights-of-way. Assists in emergency or inclement weather operations; may include being available for extended hours or 12-hour shifts. Operates both anti-icing and removal equipment during snow and ice response on highways and bridges. 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.

The physical demands for the essential functions involves bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal scheduled work week; especially during inclement weather.

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.