Highway Maintenance Worker III: Crew Leader (61036370) *RE-ADVERTISEMENT*

State of South Carolina; Colonial Heights (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a maintenance crew leader to operate heavy equipment and supervise crews for drainage, paving, and utility work. You will set up traffic control, instruct crew in safety practices, and ensure timely completion of jobs across sites.

Requires two years of related experience or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and CDL within six months. Lifting up to 50 lbs and outdoor work in all weather are expected.

Qualifications

• Two years of related work experience or an approved equivalence.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• Must attain a Class A CDL within six months of placement.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform outdoor work in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loader and backhoe and install pipes and drainage structures.
• Lead a maintenance crew; supervise and train workers; enforce safety rules.
• Set up work zone traffic control and flag traffic during repairs.
• Record daily work and materials; maintain HMMS records; ensure equipment is serviced.
• Be prepared for on-call emergencies and extended hours as needed.

Skills

Flagging operations

Safety practices

Tools

HMMS system

Job description

**This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants are still being considered for this position**

and do not need to re-apply

Operates combination front-end loader and backhoe to clean out drainage ditches and to install sideline and cross line pipes. Assists with repairs and/or installation of drainage structures, shoulder repairs, slope repairs and cleaning and grading of ditches. Serves as crew leader of a maintenance crew. Performs various duties including manual labor or operating equipment in such maintenance tasks as clearing of right-of-ways, cleaning and regrading drainage ditches, repairing shoulders, patching potholes, making base repairs, paving driveways, laying pipes, building catch basins and pouring concrete for curbs, sidewalks and raised medians. Assists the foreman in setting up work zone traffic control to include signs, cones, etc. Flags traffic during road repairs to control flow of traffic to protect workers, general public and equipment. Operates 5 and 10 yard wheel tandem dump truck hauling various materials used on maintenance projects. Operates truck with trailer in transporting heavy motorized equipment to jobsites. Instructs crew members daily in safety practices such as flagging operations, wearing safety equipment, vehicle safety and when working with hazardous materials and waste. Reviews job site hazards with crew members. Produces daily records of work performed and materials used; records data/work accomplishments in HMMS. Ensures that equipment is maintained according to SCDOT Guidelines. Assumes foreman's duties and responsibilities during his absence. Assists in emergencies and inclement weather operations which may include working hours outside of normal work schedule. When crew is in an "on-call" status, employee is available 24 hours a day. 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.