Highway Maintenance Worker IV - Specialty Crew Foreman (61036787)

State of South Carolina; Bamberg (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of South Carolina is seeking a Specialty Crew Foreman for the Bamberg Bridge Maintenance Unit. You will direct crews in construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges around water, including deck, superstructure, and substructure work.

You will input data, run reports, manage time sheets and cost records, and oversee safety, scheduling, and emergency operations while ensuring compliance with work zone traffic controls and CDL requirements.

Qualifications

• Four years of related work experience or equivalent.
• Within six months of placement, obtain Class A CDL.

Responsibilities

• Direct crews in construction, repair and preservation of roads and bridges.
• Coordinate work around water; enforce safety and QA/QC checks.
• Input data, run reports, maintain time sheets and cost records.
• Manage daily/weekly/monthly reports and personnel actions.
• Prepare budgets, requisitions, and maintenance reports.
• Conduct safety meetings and monitor work zone traffic control.

Skills

Experience requirement

Education

CDL (Class A) license

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Serves as Specialty Crew Foreman for Bamberg Bridge Maintenance Unit. Directs crews in various construction, repair, and preservation activities of roads and bridges within the district to include bridge deck, superstructure, and substructure installation and repair. These activities occur in and around bodies of water (in emergency situations, swimming may be necessary). Inputs data and runs reports in the maintenance data management system for crews and performs QA/QC checks on the data to ensure accuracy of the reports. Maintains daily, weekly, and monthly reports, time sheets, and cost records; recommends personnel actions including promotions, transfers and disciplinary measures; rates employees yearly according to the Employee Performance Management System. 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 ward motorists. Assists in the compilation of data and preparation of the annual budget. Recommends and/or approves requisitions for supplies, equipment, and contract work necessary for various maintenance activities. Prepares maintenance reports detailing labor, material, and equipment cost of repairs. 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. Monitors the preventative maintenance program of equipment to ensure a routine maintenance schedule is followed and monitor equipment use and wear to prolong equipment life. Ensures employees within the crew(s) complete all CDL pre-trip inspections prior to operating CDL vehicles. Conducts meetings and training sessions for employees. Manages assigned crew(s) in emergency and inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended working hours or 12- hours shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Four (4) 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.

Physical Demands

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.