Highway Maintenance Worker IV - Crane Operator (61035846)

State of South Carolina; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking a Crane Operator to work with the Bridge Maintenance Crew in District 3, Greenville area. The role involves operating cranes, performing pile driving, maintaining safety standards, and coordinating traffic control for work zones.

Required qualifications include 3.5 years of related experience or equivalent, and a valid CDL Class A within six months. The position may involve extended hours or 12-hour shifts and physical labor.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3.5 years of related work experience or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid driver's license; CDL Class A required within 6 months of placement.
• Able to perform physically demanding bridge maintenance tasks (lift up to 50 lbs).

Responsibilities

• Operate crane and perform pile driving with required attachments.
• Complete maintenance reports and conduct safety briefings before work.
• Coordinate traffic control and set up work zones per manuals.
• Perform bridge maintenance with medium equipment and manual labor.
• Supervise crane assembly/disassembly and transport to sites.
• Respond to emergencies and may work extended hours or shifts.

Skills

Crane operation

Safety training

Traffic control

Equipment maintenance

Hazard analysis

Job description

**THIS POSITION WILL REPORT TO THE SIMPSONVILLE SECTION SHED.**

Serves as a Crane Operator on a Bridge Maintenance Crew. Responsible for the daily operation, various maintenance reports, and maintenance of the crane. This includes the performance of pile driving while using all necessary attachments to perform this task. Performs duties as a certified crane operator during the construction and repair of bridges throughout District 3. Completes job hazard analysis forms, mitigates risks, and conducts safety meeting prior to the commencement of work activities to inform the crew of the hazards associated with the work to be performed. 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. Performs a variety of bridge maintenance activities using medium equipment, such as skid steer. Performs skilled manual labor using complex saws, power tools, measuring devices and welders. Performs skilled manual labor and operates specialized equipment, such as truck crane, snooper truck, crane, mobile heavy crane, and boom truck. Supervises the assembly and disassembly of the crane for transporting to and from various job sites. Operates equipment during emergency and inclement weather operations; may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Three and one-half (3.5) 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 involves bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal scheduled work week; especially during inclement weather.
Applications accepted on-line atcareers.sc.gov. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. Additional questions regarding the application process should be directed to: District 3 HR at 864-239-6044.

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.