Highway Maintenance Worker III: Crew Leader (61033050)

State of South Carolina; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a Crew Leader to supervise maintenance crews on roadway projects, directing installation, repair, and debris removal tasks. You will train crew members in safety practices and flagging operations, and operate heavy equipment on the Hot Crew as needed.

You will also enter daily work into HMMS, assist with reports, and support on-call emergency operations, including inclement weather responses.

Qualifications

• Two years of related work experience or an approved equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL within six months of placement.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in all weather.
• Ability to direct crew and maintain safety on active road projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead crew in roadway maintenance, directing phases of install, repair, relocation, and debris removal.
• Instruct daily safety practices, flagging, and use of PPE.
• Operate heavy equipment on the Hot Crew and assist with traffic control operations.
• Enter daily work into HMMS and assist with reports and training of subordinates.
• Assist Crew Foreman and support on-call emergency and weather-related operations.

Skills

Crew leadership

Safety training

Flagging operations

Heavy equipment operation

Team coordination

Education

Two years related work experience

Tools

HMMS data entry

Job description

Serves as crew leader when crew is dispersed; directs various phases of maintenance work such as residential driveway installation, repair, relocation and regular maintenance, clearing of R/W, drainage structures, crossline pipe repair, signs debris removal, etc. Instructs crewmembers daily in safety practices such as flagging operations, wearing safety equipment, vehicle safety, or when working with job site hazards. Operates heavy motorized equipment on the Hot Crew such as, but not limited to backhoe, Cement Spreader, Excavator, Front End Loader, Lowboy Truck, Motor Grader, Slope Mower, and Tractor with Ditcher. Serves as crew leader in the constructing of traffic control operations for work zones, to include flagging traffic for the safety of the crew and the public during various phases of roadway maintenance. Flags traffic during road repairs to control flow of traffic to protect workers, general public and equipment. Assists with crew operations by entering daily work into HMMS, assigning daily task and crew assignments, assisting with the compilation of daily, weekly, and annual reports and documents, and training subordinates on the operation of various maintenance equipment. Assists Crew Foreman as needed. Assists in on-call operations for after hour emergencies, and other emergency and inclement weather operations to include Snow and Ice Plan and Hurricane Lane Reversal Plan. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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.

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.