Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61033847)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement and savings plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Equipment Operator to support roadway construction and maintenance tasks in Florence, SC. The role involves operating tandem dump trucks and rollers, and performing hands-on labor for drainage and pavement projects.

The position requires a CDL within six months, with six months of related experience and a valid license. It includes potential overtime and shifts during inclement weather or emergencies.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of related work experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operates medium equipment such as a Tandem Dump Truck.
• Operates medium equipment such as a Large Roller > 4 Tons.
• Flags traffic during road repairs to control traffic flow and ensure the safety of employees, the general public, and equipment.
• Performs manual labor associated with building catch basins; pouring concrete for curbs and raised medians; laying pipe for driveways and other drainage structures; repairing shoulders and bridges; and cleaning rights-of-way.
• Assists in the installation of driveways by using hand tools and hand tamp, placing aggregates, removing and reinstalling mailboxes, and placing large sections of pipe.
• Operates a chainsaw in the removal of trees from right-of-ways.
• Assist in emergency and inclement weather operation, may include extended hours and/or 12-hour shifts.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Operates medium equipment such as a Tandem Dump Truck. Operates medium equipment such as a Large Roller > 4 Tons. Flags traffic during road repairs to control traffic flow and ensure the safety of employees, the general public, and equipment. Performs manual labor associated with building catch basins; pouring concrete for curbs and raised medians; laying pipe for driveways and other drainage structures; repairing shoulders and bridges; and cleaning rights-of-way. Assists in the installation of driveways by using hand tools and hand tamp, placing aggregates, removing and reinstalling mailboxes, and placing large sections of pipe. Operates a chainsaw in the removal of trees from right-of-ways. Assist in emergency and inclement weather operation, may include extended hours and/or 12-hour shifts.

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.

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.

May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

Benefits For State Employees

• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement and savings plan options
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Telecommuting
• Flexible work schedules

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance including prescription coverage and wellness benefits
• Dental
• Vision
• Term life insurance
• Long term disability
• Flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Defined benefit plan
• Defined contribution plan
• South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program offering 401(k) and 457 plan options

Workplace Benefits

• Tuition assistance
• Holiday, annual and sick leave
• 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.