Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61036846)

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement and savings plans

Paid vacation and sick leave

Flexible work schedules

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The State of South Carolina is seeking candidates for a position involving vegetation management and road upkeep. Responsibilities include operating various machinery such as tandem dump trucks and skid steers, assisting with drainage system repairs, and ensuring traffic safety.

Applicants should have at least six months of experience and must be able to obtain a Class A CDL within six months of hire. This role may require working extended hours during emergencies and inclement weather.

Qualifications

• Six months of related work experience or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• Must have a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Must attain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months.

Responsibilities

• Perform vegetation management activities using equipment.
• Operate medium-duty equipment like tandem dump trucks and skid steers.
• Assist with installing and repairing drainage structures and pipes.
• Coordinate traffic control devices for work zone safety.
• Pick up litter, debris, and dead animals.
• Assist in emergency and inclement weather operations.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Performs a variety of vegetation management activities using equipment such as a combination tractor with side-mounted mower. Performs skilled manual labor and operates medium-duty equipment such as tandem dump truck and skid steer in a variety of activities associated with the repair and preservation of roads and bridges in the state highway system. Performs manual labor to assist with installing and repairing catch basins and other drainage structures and placing drainage pipes. Uses power tools. Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control and Field Guide to warn motorists. Pick up litter, debris, and dead animals. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations; includes being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts, during the day or night. 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 Demands

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.

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

• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement and savings plan options
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits.
• Dental
• Vision
• Term life insurance
• Long term disability
• Flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

• Defined benefit retirement plan
• Defined contribution plan
• South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program offering 401(k) and 457 plan options

Workplace Benefits

• Tuition assistance
• Holiday, annual and sick leave
• 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.