Highway Maintenance Worker II: Medium Equipment Operator (61033458, 61036257)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a maintenance worker to operate and maintain medium-duty equipment such as tandem dump trucks, skid steers, and loaders, performing essential road maintenance tasks across the state.

The role includes clearing right-of-ways, patching potholes, repairing shoulders, directing traffic during repairs, and responding to emergencies or severe weather. A CDL is required within six months, along with a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain medium-duty equipment such as tandem dump trucks and skid steers.
• Perform road maintenance: clear right-of-ways, patch potholes, repair shoulders.
• Flag traffic to protect workers and the public during repairs.
• Respond to emergencies and inclement weather, including after-hours on-call.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Class A CDL within 6 months

Valid driver's license

Tools

Chainsaws

Pole saw

Backhoe controls

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Operates and maintains medium duty equipment such as tandem dump truck, skid steer, self-propelled belt loader and tractor with large mower. Performs duties using manual labor, in such maintenance as clearing of the right-of-ways, cleaning drainage ditches, repairing shoulders, patching potholes, making base repairs, repairs to bridges, paving driveways and laying sideline/crossline pipe. Operates 5 to 10 yard standard dump truck for hauling materials such as asphalt, limestone, dirt, soil, cement, pipe, construction materials and debris. Flags traffic during road repairs to control flow of traffic to protect workers, motoring public and equipment. Assists in emergencies and inclement weather operations which may include working hours outside of normal work schedule. When crew is in an "on-call" status, employee is available 24 hours a day. Assists in the operation of backhoe, excavator, motor grader, slope mower, spreader, tractor with ditcher and front-end loader. Operates and maintains electric/gas powered tools including chainsaws and pole saws and uses hand tools in various phases of roadway maintenance. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

Operates and maintains medium duty equipment such as tandem dump truck, skid steer, self-propelled belt loader and tractor with large mower. Performs duties using manual labor, in such maintenance as clearing of the right-of-ways, cleaning drainage ditches, repairing shoulders, patching potholes, making base repairs, repairs to bridges, paving driveways and laying sideline/crossline pipe. Operates 5 to 10 yard standard dump truck for hauling materials such as asphalt, limestone, dirt, soil, cement, pipe, construction materials and debris. Flags traffic during road repairs to control flow of traffic to protect workers, motoring public and equipment. Assists in emergencies and inclement weather operations which may include working hours outside of normal work schedule. When crew is in an "on-call" status, employee is available 24 hours a day. Assists in the operation of backhoe, excavator, motor grader, slope mower, spreader, tractor with ditcher and front-end loader. Operates and maintains electric/gas powered tools including chainsaws and pole saws and uses hand tools in various phases of roadway maintenance. 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.