Highway Maintenance Worker II: Medium Equipment Operator (61034284)

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

Job summary

The State of South Carolina, through the Department of Transportation, is seeking a full-time equipment operator to perform heavy equipment tasks and road maintenance at various sites. The role requires operating trucks and machinery, performing safety inspections, and coordinating with the on-site foreman to maintain traffic controls and safe work zones.

Applicants must meet licensing requirements, including potential attainment of a Class A CDL within six months, and be prepared to work in

Qualifications

• Six months of related work experience or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and obtain a Class A CDL within six months.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate tandem dump truck, skid steer and large roller.
• Load and haul material to and from jobsite.
• Assist in operation of backhoe, motor grader, slope mower, boom mower and excavator.
• Conduct pre-trip vehicle/equipment inspections.
• Set up work zones and flag traffic during road repairs to protect workers and the public.
• Work in inclement weather and outside normal hours as required.
• Assist on-call foreman as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Traffic control

Pre-trip inspections

Manual labor

Tools

Heavy equipment operation tools

Safety procedures

Job description

Operates the tandem dump truck, skid steer and large roller. Loads and hauls material to and from jobsite. Assists in the operation of the backhoe, motor grader, slope mower, boom mower and excavator. Operates hand and power tools to perform duties using manual labor for maintenance activities. Flags traffic and assists with setting up work zones during road repairs to control flow of traffic and to protect workers, general public and equipment. Conducts and documents pre-trip vehicle/equipment inspections. Reports vehicle and equipment deficiencies and damage to shop. Works during inclement weather, operating truck mounted plows and sand spreaders in snow and ice removal as necessary. Works after hours during emergencies as required. Assists on-call foreman as required. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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.