Highway Maintenance Worker IV - Crew Foreman (61035653)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan options

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

The State of South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a seasoned supervisor to lead a crew in mowing shoulders, trimming brush, and repairing roadway surfaces. This position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage on-call duties and emergency response when weather or incidents occur.

Candidates must have at least 3.5 years of related work experience or an approved equivalence, plus a valid operator's license and the goal to obtain a Class A CDL within six

Qualifications

• Three and one-half (3.5) years of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a crew to mow grass on shoulders and to cut brush behind ditch lines and on backslopes.
• Prepares necessary time sheets, rating sheets, reports, records and other data related to employees supervised and work performed.
• Supervises a crew to patch potholes, make asphalt surface repairs.
• Serves as the main point of contact when on call.
• Investigates complaints and requests from the public.
• May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental related emergencies.

Skills

Supervision

Communication

Safety awareness

Tools

CDL awareness

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Supervises a crew to mow grass on shoulders and to cut brush behind ditch lines and on backslopes. Prepares necessary time sheets, rating sheets, reports, records and other data related to employees supervised and work performed. Supervises a crew to patch potholes, make asphalt surface repairs. Serves as the main point of contact when on call. Serves as the main point of contact when on call. Supervises a crew to perform emergency work to remove snow, ice, limbs and other debris from roadway. Investigates complaints and requests from the public. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental related emergencies.

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.

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.

May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

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.