Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61033446)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled highway maintenance worker to perform a broad range of roadway upkeep and operate medium equipment. Responsibilities include concrete work, litter removal, snow and ice operations, and daily vehicle and equipment maintenance.

The role requires CDL within six months and physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Applicants should be prepared for variable shifts, emergency weather responses, and working near traffic.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of related work experience or equivalent.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• CDL required within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled highway maintenance functions and operate medium equipment.
• Conduct daily preventative maintenance on equipment and monitor wear.
• Assist in emergency weather operations and respond to incidents.
• Ensure safety inspections of vehicles and equipment are completed.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Vehicle inspection

Heavy lifting

Emergency response

Tools

Aggregate Spreader

Belt Loader

Combination Tractor

Injection Patcher

Large Roller

Dump Truck

Snow Plow

Dozer

Excavator

Lowboy

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 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.

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.

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.