Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61035158)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a skilled maintenance worker to operate a range of heavy equipment and assist in road and bridge upkeep across the state highway system.

Responsibilities include flagging and directing traffic, performing manual labor with diverse tools, and supporting emergency or inclement weather operations. Valid CDL and physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs are required.

Qualifications

• Six months of related work experience or equivalent.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required on entry.
• Class A CDL must be obtained within six months.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• May require working outside normal schedule during inclement weather.

Responsibilities

• Operate tandem dump truck and belt loader for hauling materials to and from job sites.
• Operate large roller and other small equipment as part of highway maintenance tasks.
• Set up maintenance work zones and assist with traffic control devices.
• Assist in on‑call repairs and weather‑related operations, including extended shifts.

Skills

Equipment operation

Flagging

Traffic control

Safety conscious

Tools

Class A CDL

Forklift operation

Brine sprayer

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Operates medium duty equipment including a tandem dump truck for pulling a trailer and hauling materials such as asphalt, dirt, limestone, etc., to and from job sites. Operates medium duty equipment including a belt loader, large roller > 4 tons, in conjunction with highway and bridge maintenance operations. Performs skilled manual labor and operates small equipment such as asphalt kettle, standard dump truck, roller, brine sprayer, forklift, snowplow, tractor with mower, brush chipper, spreader, concrete mixer, trailer mounted pipe washer, and self-contained sweeper, powered tools, and hand tools to perform a variety of maintenance activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Assists with the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone. Serves as a flagger to safely direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones. Assists in on-call repairs, emergency and inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts.

Job Responsibilities

Operates medium duty equipment including a tandem dump truck for pulling a trailer and hauling materials such as asphalt, dirt, limestone, etc., to and from job sites. Operates medium duty equipment including a belt loader, large roller > 4 tons, in conjunction with highway and bridge maintenance operations. Performs skilled manual labor and operates small equipment such as asphalt kettle, standard dump truck, roller, brine sprayer, forklift, snowplow, tractor with mower, brush chipper, spreader, concrete mixer, trailer mounted pipe washer, and self-contained sweeper, powered tools, and hand tools to perform a variety of maintenance activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Assists with the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone. Serves as a flagger to safely direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones. Assists in on-call repairs, emergency and inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Six (6) months of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required upon entry to the position. 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 involves bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal scheduled work week; especially during inclement weather.

Additional Comments

A resume may be included but NOT substituted for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application. Supplemental Questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.

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.

May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.