Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61034898)

State of South Carolina; Wagener (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of South Carolina seeks a skilled worker to operate heavy equipment including tandem dump trucks, rollers, and skid steers for road and bridge maintenance on the state highway system. Tasks include grading and concrete work, setting forms, and drainage improvements.

You will coordinate traffic control for work zones and assist in vegetation management. The role may require extended hours or 12-hour shifts and lifting up to 50 lbs; a valid driver’s license is required, with CDL Class A

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 medium equipment such as tandem dump trucks, large rollers (>4 tons), and skid steer loaders.
• Perform grading, concrete work (curbs, gutters, sidewalks, drives) and road/bridge maintenance tasks.
• Coordinate placement of traffic control devices/signs for work zones per SCOOT manuals.
• Engage in vegetation management using complex mowers and powered hand tools.
• Assist in emergency and inclement weather operations; may involve extended hours or 12-hour shifts.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Class A CDL

Physical stamina

Job description

Performs skilled manual labor and operates medium equipment such as, but not limited to: tandem dump truck, large roller >4 tons, and skid steer loader in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Examples include grading, setting forms, pouring/finishing concrete for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and driveways; performs work on shoulders, ditches, drainage structures, pavement markings, etc. Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices/signs to property set up maintenance work zones according to SCOOT Work Zone Traffic Control Manual and Field Guide to warn motorists. Operates power tools breaking out sidewalks and curbs for driveway construction and repair. Performs a variety of vegetation management activities using equipment such as complex mowers and powered hand tools. Picks up litter, debris and dead animals. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations. May include working 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.