Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61035118)

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a skilled maintenance worker to perform manual labor and operate medium equipment to maintain roads and bridges on the state highway system. Duties include grading, concrete work, traffic control setup, vegetation tasks, and inspections while complying with safety guidelines.

Responsibilities also cover emergency operations, extended hours when required, and working in proximity to traffic and hazardous environments.

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.
• Demonstrated ability to perform physical labor under varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled manual labor and operates medium equipment such as tandem dump truck, belt loader and skid steer in road/bridge maintenance.
• Grading, setting forms, pouring/finishing concrete for curbs, gutters, sidewalks and driveways.
• Coordinate placement of traffic control devices and manage maintenance work zones.
• Inspect equipment and perform routine maintenance; assist in emergency and inclement weather operations.
• May require extended hours or 12 hour shifts and work near traffic and environmental hazards.

Skills

Manual labor

Equipment operation

Traffic control coordination

Pre-trip inspections

Job description

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.