Highway Maintenance Worker IV - Crew Foreman (61033403)

State of South Carolina; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting options (where available

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

The State of South Carolina’s Department of Transportation is seeking a Crew Foreman for the Orangeburg maintenance team. You will supervise a crew of Highway Maintenance Workers, coordinate pothole repairs, drainage projects, and right‑of‑way maintenance, and ensure accurate reporting and timekeeping.

The role includes on‑call duties and supervising during severe weather events. A Class A CDL is required within six months of placement, and the position demands physical fitness to lift up to 50

Qualifications

• 3.5 years of related work experience or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license required; Class A CDL within 6 months.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Must complete the state application with accurate history.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a crew of Highway Maintenance Workers on the Work Request Crew.
• Oversees pothole patching, right-of-way clearing, ditch and drainage work, and driveway installation.
• Handles corrective actions for damage to property as needed.
• Maintains weekly and monthly reports, time sheets, and cost records.
• Provides on-call coverage and oversees crew during hazardous weather events.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Crew supervision

Leadership

On-site safety

Timekeeping

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Performs Crew Foreman duties with Orangeburg Maintenance. Supervises a crew of skilled and semi-skilled Highway Maintenance Workers on the Work Request Crew that are involved in a variety of maintenance activities such as patching potholes, clearing right of way, cleaning ditches and drainage pipes, and installing driveways. Handles, recommends and/or takes corrective action in connection with damage to SCDOT or private property, which are complex in nature. Completes work request from the general public in reference to drainage problems and needs on the highway right of way. Maintains weekly and monthly reports, time sheets and cost records; recommends personnel actions including promotions, transfers, and disciplinary measures; rates employee yearly according to the Employee Performance Management System. Maintains all paperwork and reports (HMMS) that are essential to the department. Performs on-call services as needed. Supervises and coordinates crew during hazardous weather events including snow and ice, and storms. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

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 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.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

01 Are you a current SCDOT employee?

• Yes
• No

02 Are you a former SCDOT employee?

• Yes
• No

03 Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.

04 What class driver's license do you possess?

• Class A (CDL)
• Class B (CDL)
• SC Class C
• SC Class D
• Other State Driver's License
• None

05 How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply.

• Job/Career Fair
• Referred by current SCDOT employee
• SCDOT presentation
• Sign or billboard
• Bumper sticker/magnetic sign
• Facebook or Twitter post
• Internship
• Newspaper Ad
• Radio Ad
• Television Ad
• Trade Journal
• Referred from Vocational Rehab
• Referred from Department of Employment and Workforce
• Jobs.SC.Gov webpage
• Other

06 If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation.

07 If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name?

08 I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application. Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement.

09 My failure to accurately and completely describe my work experience may prevent my application from being forwarded to the hiring manager. I understand and acknowledge this statement.

• Yes
• No
• Required Question