Highway Maintenance Worker III - Crew Leader (61033202)

State of South Carolina; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a Crew Leader to manage a team of Highway Maintenance Workers in Orangeburg. The role covers road and right-of-way maintenance, concrete repairs, drainage projects, and snow/ice response in adverse weather.

Responsibilities include directing crew activities, ensuring compliance with MUTCD and SCDOT standards for traffic control, and maintaining reports and time sheets.

Qualifications

• Two years of related work experience or equivalent.
• Requires a valid driver's license.
• Must obtain Class A CDL within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew of Highway Maintenance Workers on roads and rights of way.
• Perform concrete repairs including sidewalks, curbs, gutters, catch basins, and driveways.
• Assist in supervising drainage projects requiring a backhoe or excavator.
• Coordinate crew in snow and ice removal and weather-related emergencies.
• Set up traffic control per MUTCD and SCDOT standards to warn motorists.
• Maintain weekly and monthly reports, time sheets, and essential paperwork.
• Assist with other assigned duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Traffic control

Tools

MUTCD standards

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Serves as Crew Leader of a crew of skilled and semi-skilled Highway Maintenance Workers performing maintenance activities on roads and right of ways. Activities may include county wide concrete repairs to include, but not limited to sidewalks, curb and gutters, catch basins and installing driveways. Assists in supervising county-wide drainage projects requiring a backhoe and/or excavator for drainage or routine concrete repairs. Assists other crews with projects as deemed necessary by the Resident Maintenance Engineer. Assists in maintaining weekly and monthly reports, and time sheets; Assists in maintaining all paperwork and reports (HMMS) that are essential to the department. Assists in supervising and coordinating crew in the removal of snow and ice from roadways and storm damage. Assists in the removal of snow/ice and debris during inclement weather. Sets up traffic control according to MUTCD and SCDOT Standards to warn motorists of road work ahead. 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 Demands

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.

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.