Highway Maintenance Worker III: Crew Leader (61032232)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation in Beaufort County seeks a Crew Leader to coordinate road construction, repair and preservation activities.

You will operate heavy equipment, instruct crew on safety, manage daily scheduling and HMMS reporting, and assist the Foreman with requests. A valid CDL is required within 6 months and you may work extended hours or in inclement weather.

This full-time position emphasizes safety, efficiency, and teamwork in a dynamic field environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of related work experience or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license required.
• CDL Class A within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate construction, repair, and preservation activities for roads in Beaufort County.
• Operate motor grader, excavator, backhoe, and slope mower.
• Instruct crew daily in safety practices, flagging, equipment use, and hazard awareness.
• Record all work in HMMS and assist Foreman with work requests.
• Create and implement a weekly work schedule; manage time and equipment.
• Ensure 95% equipment utilization and complete maintenance reports on time.
• Work in inclement weather and during emergencies; may include 12 hour shifts.
• Assist with on-call duties and related duties as assigned.

Skills

Crew leadership

Safety training

Scheduling

Equipment operation

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Serves as a crew leader coordinating various construction, repair, and preservation activities for roads within Beaufort County. Operates heavy equipment like motor grader, excavator, backhoe, and slope mower. Instructs crew members daily in safety practices such as flagging operations, wearing safety equipment, vehicle safety, or job site hazards. Ensures that all work performed is recorded in the Highway Maintenance Management System (HMMS). Assists the Foreman to investigate, recommend and/or take corrective action in connection with work requests for drainage, vegetation, surface repairs which are complex in nature. Manage time and equipment effectively in order to accomplish the goals of the unit as well as adjusting scheduled work to include work requests. Responsible for creating and implementing a weekly work schedule. Assists in maintaining 95% utilization of the equipment assigned to crew, as reported in the Department’s monthly utilization report. Responsible for verification that daily and monthly equipment maintenance reports are accurately completed and delivered in a timely manner to the shop supervisor and/or RMF. Performs work during inclement weather and emergency operations. May be required to work 12 hour shifts. Assists with on-call and on-call personnel. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• Two (2) years 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.

Additional Comments

Applications accepted on-line at careers.sc.gov. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. Additional questions regarding the application process should be directed to: District 6 HR at 843-740-1665.

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.