Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator Re-advertisement (61031664)

State of South Carolina; Conway (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation in Conway, SC, seeks a road maintenance worker to operate medium and heavy equipment, assist in traffic control, and support emergency responses. This role requires a valid driver’s license and completion of a Class A CDL within six months of placement, with potential overtime during hazardous weather or outages.

Responsibilities include maintaining roadways, setting up work zones, and performing physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to 50

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of related work experience or an approved equivalent.
• Must have a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Must attain a Class A CDL within six (6) months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operates medium equipment such as tandem dump trucks hauling materials to and from job sites.
• Operates heavy equipment such as a backhoe in roadway surface repairs.
• Coordinates placement of traffic control devices to set up work zones per SC WZTC Manual.
• Operates hand tools such as a chain saw for tree cutting along highway right of way.
• Flags traffic during road repairs to control flow and ensure safety of workers and the public.
• Uses hand tools like shovel and bush knife.
• Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, may require extended hours or 12-hour shifts.

Skills

Equipment operation

Traffic control coordination

Safety awareness

Emergency response

Tools

Chain saw

Shovel

Bush knife

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Operates medium equipment such as the tandem dump truck hauling materials and supplies to and from job sites.
• Operates heavy equipment such as a backhoe in roadway surface repairs throughout Horry County.
• Coordinates placement of traffic control devices to properly set up maintenance work zones according to SC Work Zone Traffic Control Manual and Field Guide to warn motorists.
• Operates hand tools such as a chain saw in cutting trees from highway right of way.
• Flags traffic during road repairs to control flow of traffic, making work sites safe for workers and the traveling public.
• Uses hand tools such as shovel and bush knife.
• Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended work hours and/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. 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.

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.