Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61033446)

State of South Carolina; Saluda (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting options

Job summary

The State of South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled highway maintenance worker to perform a variety of tasks including operating medium equipment for road upkeep and performing concrete work for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and driveways. The role requires alert safety practices and the ability to conduct routine maintenance on equipment.

Expected duties include snow and ice response when needed, with the potential for extended or shift work.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of related work experience or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• Requires a valid motor vehicle operator’s license; CDL within six (6) months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operates a range of medium equipment for highway maintenance.
• Performs concrete work for curbs, gutters, sidewalks and driveways.
• Maintains equipment and conducts safety inspections daily.
• Assists in snow and ice response and inclement weather operations.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

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 that 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.

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 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.

Additional Comments

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.