Highway Maintenance Worker IV - Crew Foreman (61036697)

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

Job summary

The State of South Carolina, through the Department of Transportation, seeks a Crew Foreman to supervise mowing of rights of way and related maintenance activities in Barnwell County. You will manage crews, maintain records, and schedule equipment for preventive maintenance and repairs.

Responsibilities include overseeing sign operations, reporting on maintenance, preparing daily and weekly reports, and handling on-call duties during adverse weather.

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 crew mowing rights of way, including removing trees, bushes and shrubbery.
• Maintains records and maps of mowing operations and schedules equipment.
• Oversees sign operations in Barnwell County, including installation, repairs and upgrades.
• Reviews and reports maintenance work and prepares daily/weekly time and leave reports.
• Performs duties during snow/ice and other inclement weather events; on-call after hours.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

As a Crew Foreman, supervises crew in mowing of right of way to include removing trees, bushes and shrubbery. Maintains records and maps of mowing operations. Schedules equipment assigned to him/her for preventive maintenance and general repairs. Supervises all sign operations within Barnwell County to include, but not limited to, sign installation and maintenance, scheduling of needed repairs and upgrades. Supervises crew in the clearing of right of way, bridge ends and debris. Reviews and reports maintenance work being performed within his/her specified area. Prepares daily reports, weekly maintenance reports, time and leave reports, recommends and takes appropriate disciplinary action and prepares ratings on employees under his/her supervision. Performs duties during snow/ice and other inclement weather events. Performs on-call for after-hour emergencies. 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? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

• Yes
• No

02
Are you a former SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

• 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.

• Yes
• No

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