Highway Maintenance Worker II- Medium Equipment Operator (61035291)

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH; Bennettsville (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave (vacation and sick)

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking workers to operate medium equipment such as tandem dump trucks and belt loaders for road maintenance and paving projects. The role requires handling asphalt, earthwork, and drainage tasks, with occasional backhoe backup and traffic control duties.

Candidates must have at least 6 months of related experience and will need to obtain a Class A CDL within six months. Physical stamina is required for variable weather and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• Must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months of placement.
• Physical demands include bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping.

Responsibilities

• Operates medium equipment including tandem dump truck and belt loader to haul/ dump asphalt and materials.
• Performs earthwork, paving, finish work, vegetation removal, and maintenance with hand tools.
• Patches potholes with hot-mix or cold-mix asphalt using shovels, rakes, and lutes.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Operates medium equipment, including a tandem dump truck, to haul and dump hot-mix or cold-mix asphalt, sand, clay, debris, and other maintenance materials. Uses hand tools for earthwork, asphalt paving, concrete finishing, vegetation removal, and shop yard maintenance. Operates a chainsaw to cut trees along SCDOT roads and rights-of-way. Patches potholes by hand using hot-mix or cold-mix asphalt and tools including shovels, rakes, and asphalt lutes. Operates medium equipment, including a belt loader, to remove dirt from roadways during ditching operations. Sets up traffic control devices and assists with flagging operations. Serves as a backup backhoe operator. Picks up litter, debris, and deceased animals from state highways. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations may include being available for extended working hours or 12‑hour shifts.

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.

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. 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 5O 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.

Non-Discrimination Statement:

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate based on 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.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.