Highway Maintenance Worker II: Medium Equipment Operator (61035820) **RE-ADVERTISEMENT**

State of South Carolina; Moncks Corner (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a highway maintenance operator to operate and maintain medium duty equipment, perform road maintenance tasks, and assist in emergency operations. The role requires a valid driver’s license and a Class A CDL to be obtained within six months of placement.

The position commonly involves working outdoors in varying weather, with potential on-call hours and exposure to traffic and hazardous conditions.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of related work experience, or an approved 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

• Operates and maintains medium duty equipment such as tandem dump trucks, skid steer, self-propelled belt loaders and tractor with large mower.
• Performs duties including clearing right-of-ways, cleaning drainage ditches, repairing shoulders, potholes, and paving drives.
• Flags traffic during road repairs to control flow and protect workers and the public.
• Operates dump trucks and loads materials like asphalt, limestone, dirt, and pipe for various projects.
• Assists in emergencies and may work outside normal hours or be on-call 24 hours a day.
• Assists in operating heavy machinery such as backhoe, excavator, motor grader and front-end loader.

Skills

Equipment operation

CDL

Job description

This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants are still being considered for this position and do not need to re-apply.

Job Responsibilities

Operates and maintains medium duty equipment such as tandem dump trucks, skid steer, self-propelled belt loaders and tractor with large mower. Performs duties using manual labor, in such maintenance as clearing of the right-of ways, cleaning drainage ditches, repairing shoulders, patching potholes, making base repairs, repairs to bridges, paving driveways and laying sideline/cross line pipe. Flags traffic during road repairs to control flow of traffic to protect workers, motoring public and equipment. Operates 5 to 10 yard standard dump truck for hauling materials such as asphalt, limestone, dirt, soil, cement, pipe, construction materials and debris. Operates and maintains electric/gas powered tools including chain saws and pole saws and uses hand tools in various phases of roadway maintenance. Assists in emergencies and inclement weather operations which may include working hours outside of normal work schedule. When crew is in an "on-call" status, employee is available 24 hours a day. Assists in the operation of backhoe, excavator, motor grader, slope mower, spreader, tractor with ditcher and front-end loader. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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.

Physical Requirement

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.

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.