Highway Maintenance Worker III Crew Leader (61034996)

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a Crew Leader to coordinate right-of-way vegetation management activities. You will operate equipment such as slope mowers and excavators, and you’ll ensure traffic control devices are properly placed to create safe work zones in line with SCDOT manuals.

Two years of related work experience are required, along with a valid driver’s license; CDL-A is required within six months of placement.

Qualifications

• Two years of related work experience or equivalent.
• Requires a valid motor vehicle operator’s license upon entry.
• CDL-A within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Lead crew in right-of-way vegetation management activities.
• Operate slope mower, excavator, and brush management tools.
• Coordinate placement of traffic control devices and set up work zones per SCDOT guidelines.
• Conduct safety inspections on vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain daily, weekly, and monthly reports and time records.
• Assist in emergency or inclement weather operations and extended shifts when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Safety inspections

Equipment operation

Traffic control

Education

Valid Driver's License

Class A CDL (within 6 months)

Job description

At Richland Miantenance, serves as crew leader coordinating a wide variety of right-of-way vegetation management activities. The operation of a slope mower is used while performing this duty. Operates an excavator and shin cuter for brush management on secondary, primary and interstate right- of-way. Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Manual and Field Guide to warn motorists. Conducts safety inspections on all assigned vehicles and equipment assigned to crew. Maintains daily, weekly, and monthly reports, time sheets, and cost records; recommends personnel actions including promotions, transfers, and disciplinary measures; rates employees yearly according to the Employee Performance Management System. Inspects roads for potholes and safety hazards. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts.

Two (2) years of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required upon entry to the position. 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 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.

May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

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.