Highway Maintenance Worker IV - Crew Foreman (61035653)

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking a supervisor to lead a crew that maintains road shoulders, patches potholes, and repairs asphalt surfaces. You will oversee on-call responses, investigate public requests, and coordinate emergency operations in challenging weather and conditions.

The role requires 3.5 years of related experience, a valid driver's license, and CDL certification within six months of placement. Physical endurance is essential for field duties and exposure to outdoor hazards.

Qualifications

• 3.5 years of related work experience or equivalent.
• Must hold a valid motor vehicle operator’s license; CDL required within 6 months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a crew to mow grass on shoulders and cut brush behind ditch lines and on back slopes.
• Supervises a crew to patch potholes and perform asphalt surface repairs.
• Serves as main on-call contact and coordinates emergency work when needed.
• Investigates public complaints and requests related to the work.
• Work may occur outside normal schedule, including inclement weather or emergencies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Education

3.5 years related work experience

CDL within 6 months

Job description

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.

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.

A resume may be included but NOT substituted for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application. Supplemental Questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.

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.