Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61035118)

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; Presencial; USD 35.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

None

Descripción de la vacante

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a skilled laborer to operate medium equipment such as tandem dump truck, belt loader, and skid steer for road and bridge maintenance on the state highway system.

Responsibilities include grading, concrete work, traffic control, and vegetation management, with inspections and readiness for emergencies. Applicants must have 6 months of related experience, a valid license, and CDL within six months of placement.

Formación

• Six (6) months of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• Valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.
• Must attain a Class A CDL within six months of placement.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.
• May require extended hours or 12-hour shifts.

Responsabilidades

• Operates equipment and conducts road/bridge maintenance on state highway system.
• Performs grading, concrete work, shoulder maintenance, drainage, signs and markings.
• Coordinates placement of traffic control devices for work zones.
• Inspects equipment and documents accordingly.
• Assist in emergency and inclement weather operations.

Conocimientos

CDL required

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

Descripción del empleo

Performs skilled manual labor and operates medium equipment such as tandem dump truck, belt loader and skid steer 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. Performs a variety of vegetation management activities using equipment such as powered hand tools. 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. Removes litter, debris and dead animals from roadway and rights-of-way. Conducts and documents pre-trip equipment/vehicle inspections in accordance with the Department's most current Rules, Policies and Procedures for Fleet Safety. Installs and repairs traffic signs, pavement markings and safety devices such as guardrail. Assist in emergency and inclement weather operations. May include being available for extended working 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.