Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61036848)

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks skilled workers for road maintenance operations throughout the state. The role involves operating heavy equipment, including tandem dump trucks and rollers, and assisting with traffic control in work zones.

Candidates should have at least six months of related experience, a valid license, and must obtain a Class A CDL within six months. The job may require extended or 12-hour shifts and outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Six months of related work experience.
• Valid driver's license required; Class A CDL within six months.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• May involve extended hours or 12-hour shifts in inclement weather.

Responsibilities

• Operate tandem dump truck and large roller to compact and solidify fill materials.
• Operate backhoe and front-end loader for loading/unloading materials.
• Assist with traffic control and flagging in maintenance work zones.
• Perform road maintenance tasks on shoulders, ditches, drainage structures, and pothole patching.
• Work outdoors, possibly on short notice during emergencies or weather events.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Traffic control

Teamwork

Tools

Backhoe

Forklift

Chain saw

Job description

Operates medium equipment, such as a tandem dump truck for hauling materials for roadway repairs, shoulder work, pipe laying and pothole patching and a large roller (greater than 4 tons) to compact and solidify fill materials for driveways, asphalt patches and base repairs. Operates heavy equipment, such as a backhoe and front end loader to load and unload materials and supplies used for road maintenance and repairs. Assists with the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone. Serves as flagger to safely direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones. Performs skilled manual labor such as performing work on shoulders, ditches, drainage structures, and pothole patching. Operates small equipment, such as a fork lift for loading and unloading supplies and materials, a roller less than 4 tons for rolling asphalt patches and driveways, and a tractor with broom for sweeping roadways. Operates powered tools, such as a chain saw for removing downed trees and limbs and uses hand tools to perform a variety of maintenance activities. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operation. 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.

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.