Highway Maintenance Worker III Specialized Equipment Operator (61033105)

State of South Carolina; White Hills (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a skilled heavy equipment operator for bridge maintenance tasks, operating equipment such as backhoes, cranes, dump trucks, and snow plow machinery as needed.

Entry requires two years of related work experience or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and the goal of obtaining a Class A CDL within six months. Candidates should be prepared for outdoor work in all weather and potential overtime during emergencies.

Qualifications

• Requires two years of related work experience or equivalent.
• Must have a valid motor vehicle operator's license on entry; Class A CDL within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment and specialized machinery including backhoes, trucks, cranes for bridge maintenance and repair.
• Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations.
• Works near traffic and environmental hazards; follows safety protocols and procedures.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Job description

At Kershaw Maintenance, operates specialized equipment that may include, boom truck, snooper truck, crawler crane, paver and milling machine, etc. Performs skilled bridge maintenance worker functions and operates heavy equipment to include, but are not limited to backhoe and lowboy truck tractors. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, to include operating medium or heavy duty equipment such as tandem dump truck with snow plow and spreader and motor grader.

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 or 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.