Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61033847)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an equipment operator to support road maintenance across the state. You will operate medium equipment including Tandem Dump Trucks and rollers, and perform manual labor for drainage, curbs, and roadway repairs.

Candidates must have at least 6 months of related experience or an approved equivalence, and must obtain a Class A CDL within six months of placement. A valid operator's license is required to apply.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• 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 safety of employees, the 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; cleaning rights-of-way.

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.

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.

Additional Comments

A resume may be included but NOT substituted for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application. Supplemental Questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.

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.