Lead Highway Maintenance Foreman

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a supervisor to lead a crew of highway maintenance workers across county projects, including asphalt and concrete patching and related tasks.

You will train staff, manage equipment operations, and enforce safety protocols on active roadways, while maintaining HMMS records and coordinating with traffic control teams. A Class A CDL must be obtained within six months, and the job may require extended shifts, weekend work, and outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• Requires valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Class A CDL within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a crew of highway maintenance workers.
• Operates, maintains, and trains employees on equipment.
• Sets up traffic control operations for work zones and detours.
• Maintains reports and HMMS data entry.
• Investigates work requests and coordinates with supervisor.

Skills

Crew supervision

Safety training

Traffic control

Vehicle operation

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HMMS (Highway Maintenance Management System)

Job description

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a supervisor to lead a crew of highway maintenance workers across county projects, including asphalt and concrete patching and related tasks.

You will train staff, manage equipment operations, and enforce safety protocols on active roadways, while maintaining HMMS records and coordinating with traffic control teams. A Class A CDL must be obtained within six months, and the job may require extended shifts, weekend work, and outdoor conditions.