Highway Maintenance Worker III - Crew Leader (61033832)

State of South Carolina; Aiken (SC); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement and savings plan options

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting and flexible work Sched.

Descripción de la vacante

The State of South Carolina Department of Transportation in Aiken County seeks a Crew Leader to coordinate and lead road maintenance, repair, and preservation activities. You will operate heavy equipment, supervise a crew, and ensure safety and compliance with MUTCD standards.

Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, traffic flagging, and maintaining records in the maintenance date management system. A valid license is required, with CDL within six months.

Formación

• Two (2) years of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required.
• Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate construction, repair and preservation activities of roads in Aiken County.
• Operate heavy equipment including backhoes, motor graders, and slope mowers.
• Supervise crew of maintenance employees and ensure safe, proper maintenance techniques.
• Conduct and document pre-trip equipment/vehicle inspections.
• Flag traffic and place traffic control devices per MUTCD guidelines.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks on state highway rights of way and related infrastructure.

Conocimientos

Equipment operation

Traffic control

Safety procedures

Team leadership

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Maintenance date management system

Descripción del empleo

Job Responsibilities

Serve as a Crew Leader coordinating various construction, repair and preservation activities of roads within Aiken County ensuring that all work performed is recorded in the maintenance date management system. Operates heavy equipment such as but not limited to backhoes, motor graders, and slope mowers to perform routine maintenance on state highway right of ways. Works with a crew of maintenance employees utilizing proper maintenance techniques, while performing duties using manual labor during roadway and rights of way maintenance activities. Areas of work may include, but are not limited to, signage and pavement markings, driveway installation and maintenance, construction of drainage appurtenances, litter/debris removal, vegetation management, bridge maintenance, and patching/paving. Trains crew members of daily safety practices such as flagging operations, wearing safety equipment, vehicle/equipment safety, and job site hazards. Conducts and documents pre-trip equipment/vehicle inspection in accordance with the Department's most current rules, policies and procedures for fleet safety. Flags traffic in low and high volume areas to control flow of traffic for safety of workers, equipment and general public during operations. Performs proper placement of traffic control devices in accordance with the MUTCD manual. Maintains working knowledge and practices of Work Zone safety in accordance with the MUTCD. Operates small equipment, power tools, and hand tools to perform assigned maintenance activities. Operates standard dump truck while hauling material, supplies, and equipment to and from job sites. Operates standard dump truck with snow plow attachment and salt spreader to remove snow and ice from roadways and bridges. 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.