Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61034654)

State of South Carolina; Fairfax (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking a maintenance worker to operate tractors with mowers, load materials with a front-end loader, and set up work zones in alignment with SCDOT guidelines. The role requires driving and traffic control duties across Allendale County.

Applicants must have six months of related experience or an approved equivalence, and a valid operator’s license. A Class A CDL must be obtained within six months of placement.

Qualifications

• Six 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 months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate a tractor with a large mower to maintain vegetation on state highway right-of-ways.
• Load and unload materials with a front-end loader as needed for maintenance.
• Coordinate placement of traffic control devices to set up a work zone per SCDOT manuals.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections of equipment/vehicles per Department rules.

Skills

CDL A within 6 months

License required

Physical stamina

Job description

Operates a tractor with a large mower to maintain vegetation management guidelines on the state highway right-of-ways in Allendale County. Litter pickup, debris and removal of dead animals from roadways. Operates a combination front-end loader to load and unload materials as needed for maintenance activities. Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Manual and Field Guide to warn motorists. Conducts and documents pre-trip equipment/vehicle inspection in accordance with the Department's most current rules, policies, and procedures for fleet safety. Flags traffic during road repairs to control the flow of traffic, protect workers, equipment and the general public. Assists in the removal of snow/ice and debris during inclement weather operations; may include being available for extended hours or 12-hour shifts. 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.

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.