Highway Maintenance Worker III - Crew Leader (61036626)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a Crew Leader to operate front-end loader, backhoe, tandem dump truck, and skid steer for drainage work, piping installation, and maintenance tasks.

The role requires two years of related experience and a Class A CDL within six months of placement; the position may involve hazardous weather operations and on-call duties, with physical demands and outdoor work.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement in the position.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment such as front-end loader, backhoe, tandem dump truck and skid steer for drainage, maintenance, piping installation and milling tasks.
• Assumes duties as Crew Foreman in the absence of the foreman and performs duties during hazardous weather operations; on-call as needed.

Skills

Related work experience

CDL license

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Serves as Crew Leader. Operates combination front-end loader and backhoe to clean out drainage ditches and to install sideline and cross line pipe. Operates tandem dump truck In hauling maintenance and construction materials such as concrete pipes, asphalt, dirt, coquina, etc. Operates skid steer in cutter & milling operations when needed in various maintenance operations. Assumes duties as a Crew Foreman during foreman's absence in performing various maintenance assignments/ Performs duties during hazardous weather operations. Operates necessary equipment as needed during hazardous weather events. Provides on call services as needed.

Job Responsibilities

Serves as Crew Leader. Operates combination front-end loader and backhoe to clean out drainage ditches and to install sideline and cross line pipe. Operates tandem dump truck In hauling maintenance and construction materials such as concrete pipes, asphalt, dirt, coquina, etc. Operates skid steer in cutter & milling operations when needed in various maintenance operations. Assumes duties as a Crew Foreman during foreman's absence in performing various maintenance assignments/ Performs duties during hazardous weather operations. Operates necessary equipment as needed during hazardous weather events. Provides on call services as needed.

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. 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.

Additional Comments

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.